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Petra Kvitova says missing the Eastbourne International due to a viral illness was not the best preparation for the defence of her Wimbledon title, which starts with a match against world number 108 Kiki Berterns on Tuesday.

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SOUNDBITE: (English) Petra Kvitova (on not playing a warm up tournament on grass)

"Yeah I wanted it different. A little bit more preparation but unfortunately I got sick and had to pull out to be ready for Wimbledon so you know. For me this kind of situation is not for the first time. I've had this experience before. I know a little bit how to deal with that and will do my best to be ready."

SOUNDBITE: (English) Petra Kvitova (on defending her title)

"Of course it is big pressure on me but on the other side it's kind of nice to be able to be a defending champion here in Wimbledon. For me it's going to be very special feelings just stepping on the court."