Quotes by Flavia Pennetta

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It's something I really love to do. I mean, I don't see myself without tennis.
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Twenty days ago my physio asked me if I was if I never think that I can win a Grand Slam or be in final of Grand Slam, and I said no.
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I never thought I'd go so far. I never thought I'd be a champion. It's a dream come true.
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I didn't feel like I was in control and I couldn't play well. She took advantage of the important moments and won those points. She made me run a lot, I don't think I've ever run that much in a match. I had no time to breathe. She played really well, really intelligently, and I really think she deserved to win this tournament.
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When you get beat like that in the first set you know you have to give it everything you have to stay in the tournament.
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I thought I could do it after that second set, but no final is easy.
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She had me running all day ... she played a smart game.