“A lot of good memories, they come to my mind,” says former Brisbane champion Kaia Kanepi when she comes face to face with the Evonne Goolagong Trophy, which she won here in 2012. The 28-year-old Estonian has returned to the scene of one of her greatest career triumphs and is hoping for a repeat.
What was the highlight from your off season?
Long walks with my dog, Bossu.
What’s on your iPod?
Dance music.
The last movie that you watched?
I watched The Family … it was exciting.
Do you have any superstitions?
No.
If you could borrow a shot from another player, what would it be and why?
Serena’s [Williams] serve.
If you could have a superpower what would it be?
Probably Popeye – he eats spinach and gets strong. If I take that before matches it would be good!
What’s your ideal date night?
I don’t like dates at all (laughs).
Apart from tennis racquets, what would we find in your tennis bag?
Tennis shoes, clothes … just stuff I need for sport.
If you could trade places with anybody else in the world for one day, who would it be and why?
Probably a president … maybe the Estonian President to see how things are.
Goals for the 2014 season?
To play very well and to enjoy the game.