Now I have no relation with dad. The court stands between us. Like Patty Schnyder, Pierce passed up the Hamburg Open, believing that the Dreamland Egypt Classic was a useful clay court tournament in preparation for Roland Garros. She did not play doubles in Cairo because she wanted to enjoy the sightseeing. When I heard about the tournament in Egypt, I agreed at once seizing the chance to see the country we used to read about in history books at school.
Pierce likes all kinds of courts but prefers clay since the ball travels slowly.
If Pierce had to do it all over again, she would have chosen to play basketball. And if her father hadn't introduced her to sports, she would have been a pediatrician instead. Wearing several rings and necklaces, Pierce speaks slowly and always smiles.