Venus Williams: I'm waiting for the Olympics

American Venus Williams admitted that the Olympic Games in London are a special event for her. 

“I'm waiting for the Olympics in London with particular excitement. I have never worried about if I can get to the game. I was at the top of the rankings and had no problems. I perceived as tribute to the Olympics. But this time I had to really fight for the right to speak at the Olympics. I really want to bring a medal of the United States, would be great if this turns out to be a gold medal,” – said Williams.

Maria Sharapova: “I am slowly beginning the match”

Russia's Maria Sharapova defeated in the third round of the tournament in Rome serbian Ana Ivanovic won 7: 6, 6: 3, commented on the game, as well as the forthcoming meeting with Venus Williams. 

“I am slowly beginning the match. For me it was very important that I've managed to equalise from account 3: 5 in the first set. I think playing the set-points, I came, more stable, and this was the result. This helped me to play when she was with a break in the second set. 

We haven't played with Venus, but before we met quite a few and have seen many matches each other. Hopefully, this will be a good match,” – said Sharapova.