Short break, then onto Asia / September 03, 2009
It's no secret that this is the most difficult time of my career so
far.
Losing in the first round of the US Open hurt a great deal, I can
tell you that.
I feel mentally exhausted. This season has been very difficult in terms
of my health and form: even though I'm in great shape in terms of my
stamina and speed, I've been picking up so many small injuries.
Just
when I felt like I was close to getting back into my rhythm, I would
feel pain in a new place, and then I'd feel like I'm starting all over
again.
It's obviously affected my confidence and I've overanalysed it too, and
let if affect me far too much - not just the injuries, but my desire to
get back to the top.
I feel like I haven't had a proper break in such a long time.
Now I
think the best thing to do is to take a week or two off, to totally
switch off from tennis,
and come back refreshed for my next tournament,
which is in Tokyo at the end of the month.
After that I will play in Beijing: they're two big tournaments, so
there is still a lot to play for.
It would be great to end the season
on a high, going into next year.
Thanks a lot for all your messages of suport. It has been very touching
to read them in the past couple of days.
At the same time, I would like
you all to know that I am fine!
Of course, I am very disappointed, but
I am really optimistic for the future too!
Love
Ana