Jack Sock

“Everyone's different, but I think the snug feel is definitely popular on tour. A lot of guys like to feel like they are held tightly in their shoe. That feeling helps you move around the court quicker.”

“Being from the Midwest, everyone knows I take pride in representing the U.S. and to have my own racket and bag is really nice.”

“I feel like I can move well on the clay. So if I need to get into a longer rally, I can.”

“I've got my years on tour now kind of under my belt, and I'm getting the experience and playing more and more big matches, which I think helps.”

“I have a lot of clarity out on court of what I'm trying to do, my style of game. That's just building strengths.”

“Kansas City - it's simple living. It has everything that I need.”

“I love being on the clay. It feels very comfortable to me.”

“You're going to lose some matches, you're going to have some bad weeks, for sure. It's part of sport.”

“I like to eat and Chipotle will fill you up.”

“I grew up watching as much Olympics as I could, checking out all the sports. As a kid, you dream of playing your sport and representing your country and seeing the famous rings.”

“I was a smaller kid when I was growing up so I had to learn some defensive skills. I had to grind a little bit and win points by scrapping it out.”

“I definitely don't take days for granted anymore.”

“I know the person I am.”

“I like to be interactive, engage with fans and all that and I think the route I took, staying at home, is definitely going to help with that.”

“I've never considered myself a doubles player. I've just enjoyed playing it.”

“Playing main-draw matches helps, and playing in front of crowds and playing in big matches definitely helps, getting them all under your belt.”

“I love being from the States and having that pride. But at the same time, there is a lot of expectation.”

“There was something about being in Rio, being around the other Olympic athletes and playing for the U.S. It was the most special experience I've had.”

“I want to win Slams and be No. 1 one day.”

“The more time you spend on tour, around the top guys especially, you see what they do, the work, the preparation, the organization they have going into their training. It all leads up to playing great tennis. It really opens your eyes.”