Maria after win over Hantuchova: "Great Atmosphere"

Quotes of Maria Sharapova after winning in strait sets against Daniela Hantuchova.



„When you play her (Hantuchova), then you know that it’s going to be a good match. It’s never easy to play her. I served well, and when the time came, I broke her.”



“The court in Zurich is quite fast. It was quite different to the two tournaments in Asia. I am here now for a few days. I just managed to find the way somehow.”



“The atmosphere was great, it is my first time to Switzerland. The fans are obviously excited to see some good tennis. Hopefully, other players will be able to show that.”



“People always ask me if I play the same as I did in Wimbledon. But you can never compare how people play on clay, on grass or on hart. I mean, it is a totally different story. I hit an ace on grass what would never be an ace on another surface. That can force you to make a mistake.”



“The low bounce here is quite the same, but the movement, I think, is not the same as on grass.”



Looking at a possible quarter final against Venus Williams:



“I think the top half (of the draw) is definitely much weaker than it was in the first place. But there are some things you cannot change. And sometimes you just have to deal with that. I played her (Williams) in an exhibition, but that was an exhibition. And the court here is a lot faster. I’m sure it’s going to be a very good match.”