From Novak to Sousa: quotes from ATP Dubai

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  • Joao Sousa (L), Novak Djokovic (M) and James McGee (R) all hit the headlines this week for their various opinions.

    Following Roger Federer's success at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, we take a look back at the best quotes from the week.

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    “He contributed to my sex… He contributed to my success mostly. Oh my God. I guess my PR's hands are sweating now.” – Novak Djokovic gets carried away when asked how Boris Becker has helped him.

    Novak Djokovic and coach Boris Becker talk during a practice session prior to this year's Australian Open.

    “I've been thrown in the deep end this week, and you just gotta learn how to swim.” – World No210 James McGee on getting a wildcard and competing against the ATP’s very best in Dubai.

    “I'm always happy to play for my country. I don't play for people (in the federation). I play for my country.” – Malek Jaziri when asked why he sticks to representing Tunisia instead of France despite pressure he gets from the Tunisian Tennis Federation to avoid playing specific players.

    “I do feel a lot of pressure when I'm playing with my brother in tour events just because if we lose in the first round he doesn't make any money or a living that week.” – Andy Murray on the pressure of playing ATP events with his brother Jamie.

    Andy Murray and his brother Jamie look on during the Mutua Madrid Open last year.

    “It's been a big burden for me throughout my career and one of the things that have caused more difficulties in my life than many other things.” – Roger Federer on Davis Cup.

    “You can have news that (Cristiano) Ronaldo went to the toilet three times a day, and that's the news.  I make semi-finals and nothing.” – Joao Sousa on how tennis takes a backseat to football in Portugal.

    Joao Sousa spoke of how tennis takes a back seat to football in Portugal.

    “When you actually feel the ball and feel the pressure which he's making, it's actually been tougher than when you're watching it on the sofa in front of TV.” – Borna Coric states the obvious as he describes what it’s like playing Roger Federer.

    “I’m going to shoot, one good result and I’m coming back. This is a distraction, it’s the calm before the storm.” – Ernests Gulbis on his seven-match losing streak.

    “I hope he's not going to be the next Novak (Djokovic). Don't do that to him.” – Federer gets protective over Borna Coric. 

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