Maria Sharapova has said that the experiences that she has had during her tennis career have been "priceless" following her first-round win in the Australian Open.
The 2008 champion eased past Croatian Petra Martic 6-4 6-1 to set up a second round match with fellow Russian Alexandra Panova.
Speaking on court after the match, she said: "I love the sport. I love everything it's been able to give me. The experiences I've had are priceless."
The world number two was knocked out in the fourth round in Melbourne last year.
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Sian Cowper
Sian Cowper
