18/9 Dementieva Before Match Press Conference

　　R: You came to Beijing to participate in the Fed Cup before. Do you think there is any difference between last time and this time here in Beijing?

　　D: This is my second trip to Beijing. Even though I couldn’t remember much about the last trip here, the memory that we won is still fresh in my mind. It is nice experience seeing the city and I am happy to be back again.

　　R: 1 You didn’t play very well in this year’s Grand Slams. Could you please tell us why?

　　2 Can you comment on Sharapova’s participation in the Fed Cup?

　　D: 1 This year’s Grand Slams were tough for me. I had to recover from my injury and it took my a long time. Anyway, I’m glad that I feel much better now.

　　2 She actually didn’t play in the Fed Cup. I think the most important thing is the team work.

　　R: You just said you feel much better now. Have you come back to your best level? What is your goal in this year’s China Open?

　　D: I do feel much better. I participated in the US Open series and reached into the semi-final. I like to play in the hard court. I know this year’s China Open will be competitive but I will try my best.

　　R：Many tennis stars see the Grand Slams more important than the Olympic Games. What is your opinion? Will you participate in the Olympic Games next year in Beijing?

　　D: I think the Olympic Games is more important. To represent my own country is an honor to me. I hope I can represent Russia again next year to participate in the Beijing Olympic Games. So I decide to come here and know more about the city.

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