The Russian team continues to prepare for the quarterfinals of the Federation Cup. Photo Report
Moscow did not take the Fed Cup since April of 2013. Then in Krylatskoye Trust Shamil Tarpishchev heroically managed to save from the account 0-2 match with Slovak (3-2) and reach the final against Italy, which, however, as we all remember, the basic structure has not gone and substitutions were defeated in Cagliari Sara Errani, Roberta Vinci and Flavia Pennetta . Since then, much water has flowed. In the Russian team for the third his season as captain begins to Anastasia Myskina , and in the first round match of draw 2016 against the Netherlands team were called the best forces – Maria Sharapova, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Ekaterina Makarova , and rapidly progressive 18-year-old Daria Kasatkina . However, around the participation of the national team Sharapova leader match let loose such a fog that he could compete with the one that is now hanging in the sky over Moscow.
On Wednesday there have passed traditional press conference, in which teams were in full consisting of: the owners Sharapova, Kuznetsova, Makarova, Kasatkina and captain Myskina and guests Kiki Bertens, Rihel Hogenkamp, Cindy Burger, Arantxa Rus and the captain Paul Haarhus . Journalists have traditionally tried to explore a little more information, and tennis players with their mentors tried to laugh it off and fill all of the same mist. But even before the communication with the players able to clarify the situation a little bit and understand what is likely to focus in single matches on the Russians will Kuznetsov and Makarov. In any case, their training on the center court under the supervision of trainers Myskina, Likhovtseva and Manyukova was of a very intense character.
And Svetlana, and Catherine were given occupation to the fullest. By the end of training time to the court approached Maria Sharapova, greeted the players and coaches, but the rackets when it was not – the train that day in her plans did not includePresident of the Tennis Federation Shamil Tarpishchev, watched from the side of the training, I gave a brief comment. especially for the “Championship”: “All of our girls arrived on time – this is a record. Readiness is too early to say, but, judging by the mood, and Makarov, and Kuznetsova in absolute order. I kasatkin not yet seen. I hope that Moscow has missed the team’s match – people should be plenty. It is good that the fight will take place immediately after Australia, and the match will take place at home. Due to this, we will have an additional advantage. This part of our Olympic – a great incentive to play well. The fact that none of the Dutch women are now not included in the top 100, the focus should not be done. We know that two of the four different times were in the area of the top-40. And then, if you have experience in the team competition, the rating is a relative value. Remember how we used to play in Vladivostok with the Spaniards: they have one person was in the top 20, the other – in the top 30, and all of our top-250 area. And the result is known to all. . It is necessary to prepare »
On the question of participation in the match Sharapova had received this answer:” Masha here. It feels good. The rest depends on her and the captain. Let’s see, doctors have not yet told his weighty word. ” Then this issue was not raised again at a press conference teams – first the Dutch, then the Russian, but the definitive answer has not been received. Everything remains in the mist. But read for yourself how the conversation developed.
First, before representatives of the press were guests. Most of all it was necessary to satisfy the curiosity of journalists of their captain Paul Haarhusu
-. Do you think the Russian team favorite and you know that Maria Sharapova, likely will not play?
Haarhus: Yes. The Russian national team – notorious favorite. It would be a great misfortune for them if they lose to us. With Sharapova in the composition or without
-. In what state is your team flew to Moscow, how moved
flight?
Bertens: I personally trained for a week at home, and the team is well prepared. We all look forward to the start of the match
-. You have the best structure? There are those who would like to invite you, but they are not here?
Haarhus: Yes, I would very much like to invite Serena Williams, but she, unfortunately, there is no Dutch passport. But seriously, the team that we have assembled, is the strongest. This is a team that I like, and it is laid out on 110%
-. How are your impressions of Moscow? Are you the first time here and had there something to see? How do you like the weather?
Hogenkamp: For me personally, this is not the first visit to Moscow, I attended here in junior tournaments. Yes, the weather is cold, but we have warm clothes, we love it here, take good care of us, all very friendly towards us
-. Russia and the Netherlands have long-standing cooperation. For example, our Tsar Peter I learned you shipbuilding, learned to smoke and drink. What would you teach Russian tennis players, and that you could take in their arms?
Haarhus: Indeed, our bilateral relations go far back in history. I will not say exactly, but it recently celebrated the establishment of relations between Russia and the Netherlands – either 350, or 400 years. As for what we can learn from the Russian players, probably, Russian words, the ability to drink a good vodka. I wish they showed hospitality and have allowed us to win against them, and then we taught them how to celebrate victory
-. Question Arantxa Rus. Your name has to do with Russia?
Rus: No. My name has nothing to do with Russia
-. If the match is held at your home, no matter where you have it organized and how popular you
tennis?
Haarhus: This hypothetical match would have occurred in the city of Folendam. In general, tennis is very popular in Holland. It occupies the second place in popularity (after football -.. Ed.) , we have held many competitions involving everything from small to large – from 5 to 80 years. We have good players, we are happy to be involved in the game and that playing tennis promotion at the level of the World Group Fed Cup. Of course, it would be better to play at home, but also by the fact of participation in the game on the road in Russia, we are engaged in the popularization of tennis in the Netherlands
-. You as a player participated in the Kremlin Cup. Can you compare the sensations of being in Moscow then and now? What has changed since then?
Haarhus: Yes, indeed, I was here for a long time in the Kremlin Cup, but I was here two years ago – in the championship among boys under 16 years of age. And before that I was in the 90th year, in my opinion, it was more during the Cold War.
Haarhus: I would like to invite Serena Williams, but she, unfortunately, there is no Dutch passport
Of course, much has changed since then, many buildings constructed. But Red Square is still in place and still beautiful. Today, after training, we go there. I hope that we are waiting for a good weather – is a lot of snow, a lot of sun
-. What do you know about a young Russian player Daria Kasatkina
?
Bertens: I have seen in the past year, several of its games. I think she is very unsuccessful ending of last season, so I think that is a very good young player
-. Who will play on Saturday
?
Haarhus: I will tell you a little secret – it will be one of the four girls. And another of these four will play in the second match. I already know who it is, but they do not yet know. We still have the draw ceremony on Thursday. There I will tell you everything and. Specifically, Friday. In any case, if I’m going to tell you everything, then you will not make sense to come on Friday. But come tomorrow, too.
The press conference of the Russian team began with two questions Sharapova by Dutch journalists, and then joined the Russian press.
Photo: Denis Tyrin,” Cup “
Maria Sharapova and Dinara Safina
– Maria, what are your thoughts on the Dutch team
?
Sharapova: I do not know very well the representatives of the Dutch team. Two of them know two – not very. I do not think it’s so important. It is important to have a good play in specific games, which we have to
-. What is your specific role in the team? You will be a sparring partner or just a fan of his team?
Sharapova: I do not think I’ll be a sparring partner.
Myskina: I think that the financial component, the economy of our country, we can not be saved, but we will be on the tennis court fight .
Most likely, I will not play. The decision will be made in the next two days. But I will definitely support the team
-. Question to Captain. Will still play Maria? What does it depend? And what are the plans for the tournament? Will it be possible to improve last year’s result?
Myskina: It’s no surprise that the decision on who will play, taken closer to Friday when the draw for the match will be held. It always happens, and this is not surprising. We have four players who play alone, someone is playing a couple. The girls are preparing. Who will be stronger at that time, he will play. There are no secrets
-. Can you say that Mary participated finally ruled
?
Myskina: On Wednesday, no one voiced such questions. How would you have neither asked, no matter how lined up different proposals. On Friday, everything will be clear and understandable
-. In Dostoevsky there are words that beauty will save the world. Are you ready to save the world at least on the tennis court?
Myskina:. I think that the financial component, the economy of our country, we can not save, but on the tennis court, we will fight
– In the Australian Open was a match-fixing scandal. How do you feel about that, do you believe in the possibility of such incidents?
Myskina: I give my opinion. I think someone just wants a scandal in tennis. To me no one has ever approached with such a request, to the girls, like, too. Therefore, in my opinion, this whole story was invented, stretched journalists who really want something interesting and learn some scandal further develop
-. The question to Svetlana Kuznetsova. How is your mood after Australia? Do disappointing survived after an early defeat?
Kuznetsova: The mood is excellent, the house always like to play. It’s great. And about to go through – you say, as if I was someone dead (laughter) . I’m alive, I’m fine. I, thank God, nothing hurts, I’m home, I play with the girls for the team. It seems to me there is nothing better than to come up with. Everything is wonderful.
Photo: Denis Tyrin,” Cup “
Svetlana Kuznetsova
– you have won the title in Sydney. What is your impression of the beginning of the season? What are your plans for this season?
Kuznetsova: Beginning of the season, in principle, not bad. It is difficult to judge, to evaluate, the season has just begun. I’m happy with my game, their condition, their physical form, happy with the result in Sydney. I’ll play Dubai, Doha, Indian Wells, Miami, well, Federation Cup – these are my plans for the next
-. Mary, how do you feel? How’s the shoulder?
Sharapova:. All is fine
– You have played the last match against Serena Williams in last Tuesday. It is known that you have arrived in Moscow a few days ago. What did you do this week? We know that yesterday you were in training the national team in rhythmic gymnastics. Share your experiences.
Sharapova: Yes, after the match, I immediately flew to Germany – to treat his left hand. I was injured at the beginning of the season in Brisbane, because of this I missed the tournament and will miss the next tournaments to Indian Wells.
Sharapova: After the match, with Serena, I immediately flew to Germany – to treat his left hand. I was injured at the beginning of the season in Brisbane, because of this I missed the tournament and will miss the next tournaments to Indian Wells.
It was very important to go there, do the right therapy. Yes, yesterday we were shooting the show. More I can not say anything
-. The Netherlands national team Captain Paul Haarhus said Maria Sharapova or without Russia – a notorious favorite. With his hand it was a courtesy, or is the objective alignment of forces?
Myskina: I know that the Dutch also said that for the great hospitality they need, so that we have lost. We are not as hospitable, in fact, as it may seem. We will fight
-. Question Ekaterina Makarova. For you Australian Open ended in the fourth round – not as successful as last year (semi-final). How do you evaluate your form and why not play a couple? Is there any chance to see you in a pair in this match?
Makarov: I feel good and truly satisfied with their results at the Australian Open, because after the injury I was able to get in shape – physically and tennis, so all is well. A couple I did not play, because I wanted until slowly start to feel the strain. And we plan to Lena [Vesnina] play again
-. Question Daria Kasatkina. How much do you feel like a member of the team? What are the chances that this time you will play? The last call in your team you are left spare.
- Of course I am very pleased to be in such a strong team, I really like the atmosphere. Everything is super, I feel great. About that, whether I play – I do not know, but I will try to show their best in training, but we’ll see
Photo: Denis Tyrin,” Cup “
Anastasia Myskina and Daria Kasatkina
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