Hard work pays off for Ivanovic

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World number three Ivanovic, who became the second of three Serbs into the semi-finals at Melbourne Park alongside Jelena Jankovic and Novak Djokovic in the men's singles, completed a 7-6 (7/3) 6-4 victory to avenge four previous defeats at the hands of the American.

"I worked very hard in my off-season," said Ivanovic who will now face Daniela Hantuchova in the semi-final. "I did a lot of stair sprints, sprints up the hills, in a gym, and also a lot of footwork on the court, tennis-specific footwork.

"I'm really happy to see the results because there were moments I was struggling, of course, because it's important to realise that it has to be hard on your practice court so it will be easier for you in your matches.

"I went out there and from the first moment on I tried to think only on each point. I thought I played some good tennis."

Williams insists she can still be a force despite not reaching the semi-finals at Melbourne Park for the fifth year in a row.

"There has been a lot of talk every single year," she said.

"I think what's important to me is what goes on in my head. I've been a champion.

"I have full expectations and aspirations to continue to play high-quality tennis and to continue to be a champion."