DOHA: World No. 1 Victoria Azarenka has insulated herself against any potential disappointment, should Wimbledon and US Open champion Serena Williams take away her top ranking during the Qatar Open this week.
The Belarussian has only beaten the American once in 12 attempts but has her thoughts prepared for twin scenarios which could cause her significant setbacks at the US$2,369,000 tournament.
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