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Li Na hopes to end Australian Open jinx

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Li Na trains in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open. Photo: Xinhua

China's Li Na set her sights on a second grand slam tennis title as she voiced hope that a new, more aggressive approach could help her end her Australian Open jinx.

The world No 4, who turns 32 next month, said her target for the year was adding to her 2011 French Open win, the first and only major singles title won by an Asian player.

She said the hunt for a second grand slam win was keeping any thoughts of retirement at bay.

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"I really wish I can win another grand slam. This is the goal for me," said Li, when asked to outline her goals for the year.

I really wish I can win another grand slam. This is the goal for me
Li Na

"If I make it, for sure I'll be happy. If I don't, this still is my goal. I will keep going for that."

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Li has twice made the Australian Open final and has led both times before being overcome by Kim Clijsters in 2011 and Victoria Azarenka last year.

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