Intro:

Defending US Open champion Novak Djokovic gave his reaction after a straight sets win in the first round on Tuesday. American Andy Roddick also only needed three sets. In the women's draw both Williams sisters advanced to the second round in straight sets.

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SOUNDBITE (English) Andy Roddick:
(On Livestrong in light of Lance Armstrong's recent troubles)
"Well, I think when you're talking about it, it's tough to talk about it as a whole with what he's done as far as positive versus what he's accused of doing from a negative side. I think you have to pick your side of the argument and then, you know, have an opinion. You know, I don't think you can have this kind of all-encompassing. I don't think it's that simple. Obviously regardless of what may or may not have happened - I mean, I don't know anything more than you guys do, but he has done a lot of good."

SOUNDBITE: (English) Venus Williams:
(On making the Olympic team and playing in the Olympics) 
"I was expecting to be a little better. But then at the same time I'm very proud of my results this year. You know, I don't know too many other athletes that played under these circumstances, so for me, this is all icing on the cake because the Olympics was my big goal this year. The Olympics is where I really started playing well and that was great."

SOUNDBITE: (English) Novak Djokovic:
(On his match)
"I tried to analyse my game, and my game was great from the start to the end. You know, it's also important for me to try to be as economical with the time I spend on the court as possible, but obviously not underestimating any opponent. I've played really focused and tried to get to the net also. It was great all in all."

SOUNDBITE: (English) Serena Williams:
(On her playing both singles and doubles)
"it's been amazing and it's been a long stretch. I think what's been even more amazing is the fact I'm playing singles and doubles and going really deep in both events and being super fit for both because I really love winning singles, and I love winning doubles and every time you step out on the court you have to bring it mentally and physically. So I think I'm really excited that I've been able to consistently - and hopefully I continue to consistently - do that."