"All of those emotions from the last nine months I think were bottled up in there. I think because I know I have been playing some good tennis, I know what such a good opportunity today was."
"It was a good decision [not to retire]." said world number 173 Burrage, expressing how her perseverance despite considering retirement brought her to this high point.
"I didn't know how much fight I had left but I just love the sport and I thought I would give it one more go." Burrage's determination shines through her struggles with injuries.
"It was a good performance which oozed confidence. Burrage played aggressively, doing particular damage with her forehand as she hit 23 winners." Her form impressed both fans and commentators alike.
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