Yes especially after the scheduling debacle last year in Pattaya. It felt as though the organisers wanted a new champion so put Daniela's match on as late as possible. I think it started after midnight! I'm also glad that Daniela played in Paris. She played so well against Erakovic and I always feel that Daniela learns a lot more from beat downs than comfortable wins so thr Sharapova match will show Daniela exactly what she needs to do to improve. I am certain that Daniela will beat Sharapova at least one more time in her career.

Sharapova beat Flipkens 62 62 one minute shorter than it took to defeat Daniela...

Errani vs. Anastasia Alphabet, huh? There's a final I wouldn't pay 62¢ to see!