Age: 28
Lives: Saddlebrook, Florida
Plays: Right-handed, double-handed backhand
Grand slam titles: Three (Australian Open 2001, 2002; French Open 2001)
Wimbledon record: 2003-quarter-finals, 2002-quarter-finals, 2001-semi-finals, 2000-fourth round, 1999-second round, 1998-second round, 1993-quarter-finals, 1992-quarter-finals, 1991-semi-finals, 1990-fourth round
Crushing semi-final defeat at Roland Garros by Myskina was a demoralising setback after she beat Serena Williams in the last eight.
A hefty hitter with the ability to bully younger opponents off the court, she still radiates a fierce competitive streak.
Reached the fourth round on her Wimbledon debut 14 years ago and will expect to do at least as well this time, although grass is far from her favourite surface.