Li wasn't the only one to win a first major last year

Editor's note: During the China Open, China Daily will collaborate with the WTA to bring you columns from various women's players in an effort to provide insight into life on the tour.

Hi everybody, I am Samantha Stosur from Australia. I am happy to be here sharing my impression of Beijing.

I've been here many times and I still remember the early days of the China Open, when it was held in a smaller venue on the other side of the city. I sort of witnessed the tournament's progress over years.