Monday 10th August

8.15am

Woke up and feel dopey and lethargic. I always feel like this after a rest day, I think they are overrated! Christophe my trainer always makes fun of me on Mondays at Sutton because my legs do not function during speed and agility like they do the rest of the week, and I always get in a bad mood becuase I do not like feeling that I am not sharp or moving well. Anyway…the show must go on.

3.30pm

Practised this morning with my doubles partner on a court that has only 1 foot of runback on one end due to a scaffolding tower randomly positioned on the court. If that doesnt make me get up the court and take the ball early, I don’t know what will! Then won our first doubles after being points for 0-3 down, it was 3+1 so no drama required after we woke up and got involved in the match. Craving peace and quiet, feel a little fed up, I think the city is getting to me a little…

7.45pm

Just read my book for 3hrs straight in complete silence in my room, was heaven. It is now finished, and has given me lots to think about and reflect upon. Must stay focussed for tomorrow, I don’t feel nervous at all, and this worries me! Maybe this is called confidence??!