Elena Dementieva

Q. Both of you had trouble holding serve. Was that to do with the conditions? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Well, I think we had so many breaks back. I think my return today was much better today than my serve. I was nervous to play against her here, you know. I'm sure she feels very comfortable, you know, playing on this court with the crowd support. It was not easy for me. Q. Under the circumstances were you happy with your game at this stage? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Well, I think, you know, it was a tough match to play. I'm just glad I was able to ... Read Full Story

Elena Dementieva needed to digg dip to beat Kristina Barrois 7-6 2-6 6-1 during their first round encounter at the Australian Open. Dementieva arrived in Australia as one of the favorite for the title after winning two titles already this year. "I'm just happy to survive. I've played a lot of tennis recently and it was very hot out there." Dementieva said. Dementieva made a slow start, conceding two early service breaks to trail Barrois 4-1 after 27 minutes. She was left flat-footed as Barrois dominated the early exchanges with her powerful serve, the German blasting down five aces to Dementieva's one as the ... Read Full Story

Q. It looked an easy win. But really, how tough was it? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Well, it was very tough to play because of the weather condition. Also, I mean, she is very strong physically, you know, very fit player. Playing for the first time, I didn't know what to expect from her. No, I mean, maybe it looked easy. But I think for such a score like 6‑2, 6‑2, we're playing one and a half hour, which is a pretty long match. Q. They're closing the roof now. Do you think they should have closed it before your match? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Yes, for sure. ... Read Full Story

Elena Dementieva currently ranked #7 in our poll, posted a record setting match in Wimbledon, only to fall short of the finals. Elena is a beautiful 5'11 backhand bomber, currently ranked 4th in the world. With her strong showing she may the first babe in our list to topple the $1 million earnings mark in 2009. Elena tends to fly under the beauty and popularity radar on our poll, but there is no doubt about her qualifications. She finished the 2008 season in the top 5, number 4 to be exact, and being on top of her game will likely be in contention for ... Read Full Story

Q. Both of you had trouble holding serve. Was that to do with the conditions? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Well, I think we had so many breaks back. I think my return today was much better today than my serve. I was nervous to play against her here, you know. I'm sure she feels very comfortable, you know, playing on this court with the crowd support. It was not easy for me. Q. Under the circumstances were you happy with your game at this stage? ELENA DEMENTIEVA: Well, I think, you know, it was a tough match to play. I'm just glad I was able to ... Read Full Story