Roddick gets by Sela to win China Open title; Jankovic also triumphs

He said he lost concentration in the sixth game of the final set, allowing Roddick to break and take control. Still, he saw consolation in the defeat.

"This helps a lot," Sela said. "It's a lot of confidence that showed I can play with these big players."

Jankovic's victory avenged two losses this season to Kuznetsova, one just a week ago in Tokyo.

"When I came on court I really was motivated and came out with a game plan, especially after playing her last week," said Jankovic, a former top-ranked player.

Though she could replace Serena Williams as No. 1 after next week's tournament in Stuttgart, Jankovic would prefer to be in that spot when the season ends. She also has winning her first grand slam in mind.

"I will work very hard in the offseason, trying to get stronger and fitter and trying to bring my tennis game to the next level," Jankovic said. "Hopefully I can win a grand slam next year."