Davenport No. 1 in women's tennis again
Last Updated: Tuesday, October 19, 2004 | 9:22 AM ET
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Davenport officially took over the No. 1 spot in the women's tennis rankings on Monday.
"Obviously it's a huge honour and great to be number one," said Davenport during a conference call with reporters.
Propelling Davenport back to the top was a 22-match winning streak, which saw her win four singles titles this summer.
Lindsay Davenport has put her retirement plans on hold. (CP Photo)
It marks the sixth time that Davenport has attained the top-ranking. It's special because just a few months ago it appeared Davenport's professional tennis career was over. A knee injury had the American contemplating retirement.
"One of the reasons I've been able to be so successful and and get to number one this year is because, for the most part, I've been able to stay healthy," said Davenport.
"The question with my knee is that there is some degenerating cartilage in there. It's held up all summer and ... I'm trying to make the most of it.
"It hasn't hurt at all since the French [Open] and hopefully it can hold up for as long as my body will allow it to."
Davenport says she definitely plans on playing in the Australian Open, the season's first Grand Slam tournament. She'll re-evaluate her health after that.
"After a couple of [difficult] years, I've got my game and confidence back. I'd like to get an opportunity to win another Grand Slam," said Davenport.
Davenport won the Australian Open in 2000. She also claimed the Wimbledon title in 1999 and the U.S. Open in 1998.
