Muchova responds to Evert: "I don't think I play like a man"

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Karolina Muchova is already in the fourth round of the US Open 2024 after an impeccable performance against Anastasia Potapova (6-4 6-2). The Czech player dominated her opponent in just 75 minutes of play, further confirming that she is back after the serious wrist injury that kept her off the courts for nine months until this past June. The former world number 8 faced the press after her match, where she appeared happy and motivated.

- Did you consider going far in the tournament?

It was foreseeable that Muchova's wrist injury would be a significant handicap to return to 100%, so she didn't have high hopes: "Going far... I didn't think about that, honestly. I didn't know what to expect from myself. I haven't played much this year, so I just tried to stay focused for the first round, which is usually the toughest. I am very grateful and happy to be in the fourth round. In fact, I feel better with every match I play."

- Your mental strength

"Finding motivation, for me, is quite easy. I love tennis. I love playing, so it's easy for me to stay motivated. The reason I play is to be on these big stages. Every match gives me more confidence. I am trying every day to play better and get back to where I was, or maybe to an even better place.

Regarding the playing style shown today, Muchova explained why she didn't use the serve and volley much: "I usually use the serve and volley more, but Potapova was returning quite well, so today I didn't want to use that tactic much."

- Chris Evert compared your game to that of a man

The comments from Chris Evert didn't sit well with the Czech player, wanting to emphasize that she doesn't quite see them as a compliment: "I don't think I play like a man. I don't know what to say about it. I don't know exactly what Evert said, but obviously, I've been inspired by players like Roger Federer or Novak Djokovic for my game, and I like to follow what they do. Still, I wasn't prepared to answer this question," she concluded.

Karolina Muchova will play on the next Monday for a spot in the quarterfinals against Italian Jasmine Paolini, the fifth seed of the US Open 2024 who is also in fantastic form.

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