The Serbian Ana Ivanovic eliminated by Belgian Justine Henin (6-4 and 6-4) in the semifinals of the Tennis Masters Female assured that started "good" match, but then lost the "concentration".

"It was a difficult match. I started well, but I lost concentration at times. She has played very well," said the Serb, debutant in the tournament that brings together the eight best players of the season.

"I never up," he said, before adding: "I am disappointed at not being able to save my kick several times in the first set." "I played much better than the last time against her (Henin) is a good thing. Had won that game (third of the first set, which would have put 3-0) things could have changed," she said. The Serbian emphasized the "consistency" of his rival, a "difference from other players." "Its been a tough season, I want to stay a bit in Madrid because it seems a big city. Past, I have a good time in Madrid and I have had a good experience," he said. Henin: I was a little afraid For its part, the Belgian Justine Henin said he had "a little scary" because he lost the "intensity" in the second set, when left-tying three games when he was on track.

"The beginning was difficult -2 to 0 in contracts, but later reacted very well and then I could breathe a little. But I was a little scared because I lost the intensity. Recover and I am happy for having reached the final. Win to be in the finals were very present for me, "said the world number one. The Belgian underlined that it was not concerned with having committed nine double faults in the match: "I Unimportant if I many double faults, I play to earn points winners," he said. About the final, Henin stated that his duel with the Russian Maria Sharapova will be "balanced" and that the Siberian "has returned to his best level."

"Try to win my second Masters Female. Going to be a great motivation for me. I want to enjoy this last moment of the season. Is the last effort. A bit sad because I am just a very good year for me," said an excited Henin.