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There had been speculation that the 28-year-old, who regained the top spot for the sixth time on Monday, might bow out at the end of the season.

But the in-form American, who has won seven titles this year, has put any plans to quit on hold.

"I'm looking forward to Australia and trying to win - that's definitely the way I'm headed right now," she said.

"I feel like after a couple of years I've gotten my game back and my confidence back."

Davenport, who won the Australian Open title in 2000, said she had worked out a provisional schedule through to next March.