Nobody won more often in 2020 than Elise Mertens: “Always give me 100 percent” | Tennis

Elise Mertens does not seem to attach much importance to her status as victorious queen. “It’s nice, but it’s something I’m not really into,” says Mertens.

“I always try to play well, to set my level as high as possible and to be a difficult opponent to play. I think I have succeeded in that lately.”

“I am satisfied with how I profiled myself after the resumption of the circuit. I was not sure what to expect after a 5 month break. But after a difficult first tournament in Palermo I found the right rhythm back, the speed on the court and the way I want to play. “

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Mertens was a finalist in Prague, semi-finalist in Cincinnati and quarter-finalist at the US Open and in Rome. “I have dealt well with the disruption caused by the corona virus”, it sounds. “I didn’t stay in my chair, but worked hard on my fitness and on refining my game.”

“I am a player who likes to discover new things to make progress. My philosophy is to say that it is never enough. I have become physically stronger and have worked hard on my serve.”

“In addition, I am very hungry to play. I always try to give 100 percent, at every chance and I don’t get frustrated when people ask me to make the top ten or win a grand slam in the ankle one day. I like pressure. That means I play well and achieve results. “

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