From correspondents in Victoria, Australia, 01:32 PM IST

Former world no.1 American Lindsay Davenport is becoming adept at juggling Australian Open tennis preparation along with the needs of her seven-month old son Jagger as her return to tennis hits stride.

'It's my whole life now, my little boy,' said the 31-year-old who took time off to have a child before deciding on a return to the courts.

So far, it's proved to be a successful decision, with three titles won from the four tournaments.

'I'm ecstatic,' Davenport said. 'I can't believe I'm lucky enough to have him, and still be able to play tennis.'

The American, who has moved to the top of the all-time tennis prize money list with $21 million in winnings, has the help of a travelling nanny, as well as her own husband and mother.

'I've managed everything so far pretty well, and hopefully it continues to go that way,' Davenport said.

She admits: 'Free time has gone out the window. We take him everywhere we go. I definitely don't read magazines any more. I'm not online unless I'm answering business emails or stuff revolving around tennis. I see a lot less of my friends at home. But, fortunately, everyone obviously is really understanding.'

(Staff Writer, © IANS)