Auckland Classic: Venus Williams Makes Winning Return Against Katie Volynets
1 year, 11 months ago

Auckland Classic: Venus Williams Makes Winning Return Against Katie Volynets

News 18  

Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams overcame a player less than half her age on Monday in a vintage performance in the first round of the Auckland Classic. An hour-long rain interruption worked in Williams’ favour, as she resumed in style to beat fellow American Katie Volynets 7-6, 6-2. My coach could barely talk to me so I’m going to try to improve my attitude.” Williams has slipped outside the top 1,000 in the rankings but she showcased glimpses of her former class – and some creditable fitness – during the second set against 114th-ranked qualifier Volynets. Williams will face China’s Zhu Lin in the second round, after she upset American sixth seed Madison Brengle 4-6, 7-6, 6-4.

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Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Sept. 6 - Sept. 12
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Sept. 6 - Sept. 12

Associated Press  

Sept. 6 1920 — Jack Dempsey knocks out Billy Miske in the third round to retain the world heavyweight title. 2003 — Andy Roddick wins his first Grand Slam tournament title, defeating Juan Carlos Ferrero, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, in the U.S. Open men’s singles final. 2012 — Bob and Mike Bryan beat Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek 6-3, 6-4 to …

Today in Sports - 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion Serena Williams plays final match at U.S. Open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Today in Sports - 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion Serena Williams plays final match at U.S. Open

Associated Press  

Sept. 3 1908 — Canadian world heavyweight boxing champion Tommy Burns KOs Australian Bill Lang in 6 rounds in Melbourne in a warmup fight for his famous title bout with Jack Johnson. 1945 — Frank Parker defends his U.S. Open title, defeating Bill Talbert 14-12, 6-1, 6-2 in the final of the first postwar U.S. Open. 1989 — Chris Evert …

Serena returns to US Open — as a fan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Serena returns to US Open — as a fan

China Daily  

Former tennis player Serena Williams was in the stands during the third-round match between Australia's Christopher O'Connell and Italy's Jannik Sinner on Saturday. REUTERS Serena Williams set Flushing Meadows abuzz on Saturday as the 23-time major winner appeared at the US Open — as a fan — for the first time since stepping away from tennis two years ago. The …

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon title from sister Venus
5 months, 3 weeks ago

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon title from sister Venus

The Independent  

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Katie Volynets wins the longest women’s match of 2024 at the Charleston Open
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Katie Volynets wins the longest women’s match of 2024 at the Charleston Open

The Hindu  

Katie Volynets barely got past Arantxa Rus 6-2, 6-7, 7-6 at the Charleston Open on Monday in 3 hours, 43 minutes, making it the longest match of the year on the WTA Tour. Also on Day 1, 2019 French Open semifinalist Amanda Anisimova played on tour for the first time since losing to eventual champion Aryna Sabalenka at the Australian …

Venus Williams loses at Indian Wells in first match since US Open, Naomi Osaka advances
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Venus Williams loses at Indian Wells in first match since US Open, Naomi Osaka advances

Hindustan Times  

Venus Williams played a match on tour for the first time in about six months on Thursday, and the 43-year-old owner of seven Grand Slam titles gave away the lead and the last 10 games in a 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 loss to qualifier Nao Hibino at the BNP Paribas Open. On Day 2 in the desert, with a packed scheduled …

Venus Williams loses at Indian Wells in her first match since last summer
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Venus Williams loses at Indian Wells in her first match since last summer

LA Times  

Venus Williams hits a return during her match against Nao Hibino in the first round of the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday. Venus Williams played a match on tour for the first time in about six months on Thursday, and the 43-year-old owner of seven Grand Slam titles gave away the lead and the last 10 games in a 2-6, …

US Open 2023: Williams sisters are the reason why I have this trophy today, says Coco Gauff
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Williams sisters are the reason why I have this trophy today, says Coco Gauff

Firstpost  

Coco Gauff’s breakthrough victory in US Open women’s singles final will catapult her to a new level in the hierarchy of American sport. Coco Gauff said tennis icons Serena and Venus Williams paved the way for her breakthrough US Open triumph on Saturday after the American teenager captured her first Grand Slam title. “We couldn’t be prouder of you on …

How much is too much for a legend like Venus Williams? Retirement around the corner after heaviest US Open defeat?
1 year, 3 months ago

How much is too much for a legend like Venus Williams? Retirement around the corner after heaviest US Open defeat?

Hindustan Times  

Legendary American tennis player Venus Williams’ record-extending 24th US Open appearance came to a sorry end after she was defeated by Greet Minnen in the first round earlier this week. Venus Williams, of the United States, reacts during a match against Greet Minnen, of Belgium, at the first round of the U.S. Open Williams was given a wild card entry …

US Open 2023: Djokovic, Swiatek advance; Tsitsipas falls in second round
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Djokovic, Swiatek advance; Tsitsipas falls in second round

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek rolled to straight-set victories to move into the third round at the US Open on Wednesday, fighting not only their opponents but sticky, 85-degree Fahrenheit weather on the hottest day at the tournament so far. In the biggest upset of the day, seventh-seeded Stefanos Tsitsipas fell in the second round to 128th-ranked Swiss qualifier Dominic …

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in first round
1 year, 3 months ago

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in first round

Hindustan Times  

There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Venus Williams, of the United States, reacts during the US Open match against Greet Minnen of Belgium Her younger sister's playing days are done after one last hurrah at …

US Open 2023: Venus Williams suffers lopsided loss of 6-1, 6-1 in the first round
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Venus Williams suffers lopsided loss of 6-1, 6-1 in the first round

The Hindu  

There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Williams was eliminated 6-1, 6-1 by Belgian qualifier Greet Minnen in the first round of the U.S. Open, her most lopsided loss in 100 career matches at the Grand …

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in the first round
1 year, 3 months ago

Venus Williams suffers her most lopsided US Open loss: 6-1, 6-1 in the first round

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — There was a Williams sister out there in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night, much to the delight of spectators who offered a standing ovation at the end of the match. Williams was eliminated 6-1, 6-1 by Belgian qualifier Greet Minnen in the first round of the U.S. Open, her most lopsided loss in 100 career matches …

Venus Williams pulls out from WTA Cleveland event, looks to get ready in time for US Open
1 year, 4 months ago

Venus Williams pulls out from WTA Cleveland event, looks to get ready in time for US Open

India TV News  

American veteran Tennis star Venus Williams on Sunday pulled out from WTA Cleveland due to a knee injury. The seven-time Grand Slam winner will miss the final preparation event before the upcoming US Open as she is disappointed over her knee issue. It’s such a bummer, but I’m going to work on myself and get myself together to be at …

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in U.S. Open
1 year, 4 months ago

Venus Williams withdraws from Cleveland event with knee injury, but plans on playing in U.S. Open

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Venus Williams withdrew from Tennis in the Land on Sunday because of a knee injury, but the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion plans on playing in next week’s U.S. Open. Williams released a video through the promoter of the WTA 250 event in downtown Cleveland, saying: “Unfortunately, my knee is just not acting right. It’s not supporting me …

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon...
1 year, 5 months ago

On this day in 2009: Serena Williams reclaims Wimbledon...

Daily Mail  

Serena Williams beat sister Venus Williams on this day in 2009 to claim her third Wimbledon singles title. Older sister Venus was the defending champion Serena broke serve twice in the second set and although Venus saved three match points, the younger sister made sure of victory on her next chance. It was a third Wimbledon singles title for Serena, …

Evergreen Venus returns to grace grass of Wimbledon
1 year, 5 months ago

Evergreen Venus returns to grace grass of Wimbledon

China Daily  

Serena and Venus Williams pose with their trophies following the 2003 Wimbledon women's singles final, which Serena won. Having played the tournament in four different decades, Williams boasts wins over the likes of fellow Grand Slam standouts Martina Hingis, Justine Henin, Kim Clijsters and Maria Sharapova — all long retired — on the famous lawns of southwest London. Williams' 2008 …

Today in Sports - Serena Williams beats big sister Venus for 3rd Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam
1 year, 5 months ago

Today in Sports - Serena Williams beats big sister Venus for 3rd Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam

Associated Press  

July 4 1907 — Canadian world heavyweight boxing champion Tommy Burns KOs Bill Squires of Australia in round 1 in Colma, California, his 6th title defense. 1999 — Pete Sampras overwhelms Andre Agassi in three sets to capture his sixth Wimbledon title and tie Roy Emerson’s record with his 12th Grand Slam championship. 2002 — Venus and Serena Williams win …

Timeless Venus Williams eyes one more Wimbledon magic spell
1 year, 5 months ago

Timeless Venus Williams eyes one more Wimbledon magic spell

The Hindu  

The summer of 1997 saw Britain hand over Hong Kong to China, “Men in Black” top the movie charts and Harry Potter take his first, faltering steps at Hogwarts. “The only thing you have to do is pay your taxes or else you’re going to jail.” Having played the tournament in four different decades, Williams boasts wins over the likes …

Venus Williams loses to Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams loses to Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern

The Hindu  

Venus Williams couldn’t cause an even bigger surprise at the Birmingham Classic. On Monday, Williams defeated 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi for a first victory over a player in the top 50 in nearly four years. A seven-time Grand Slam champion and five-time winner of the Wimbledon singles, Williams was this week granted a wild card by the All England Club for …

Rothesay Classic 2023: Jelena Ostapenko Knocks Out Venus Williams in 2nd Round
1 year, 6 months ago

Rothesay Classic 2023: Jelena Ostapenko Knocks Out Venus Williams in 2nd Round

News 18  

Venus Williams narrowly failed to reach her first WTA quarter-final in four years as the American legend was beaten by Jelena Ostapenko in the second round in Birmingham on Thursday. Williams briefly rolled back the years when she saved a match point at 3-5 in the second set, then reeled off three successive games as second seeded Ostapenko lost her …

Venus Williams loses to Jelena Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams loses to Jelena Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern

Hindustan Times  

Venus Williams couldn’t cause an even bigger surprise at the Birmingham Classic. Venus Williams of the U.S. leaves the court after losing against Latvia's Jeļena Ostapenko during the Women's Singles Round of 16 match The 43-year-old American, now ranked No. 697, lost 6-3, 5-7, 6-3 to second-seeded Jelena Ostapenko on Thursday in the second round of the grass-court tournament that …

Venus Williams goes down fighting in second-round defeat in Birmingham
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams goes down fighting in second-round defeat in Birmingham

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Five-time champion Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina handed Wimbledon wildcards
1 year, 6 months ago

Five-time champion Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina handed Wimbledon wildcards

Hindustan Times  

Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams and former world number three Elina Svitolina were handed wildcard entries into Wimbledon, the organisers announced on Wednesday. Ukrainian Svitolina reached the French Open quarter-finals following a maternity break before suffering a defeat against Czech teenager Linda Fruhvirtova on her return to grass at Birmingham earlier this week. British number one Katie Boulter is …

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon
1 year, 6 months ago

43-year-old Venus Williams gets wild card to play singles at Wimbledon

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Venus Williams is set to make her 24th appearance in the singles draw at Wimbledon after the 43-year-old American was given a wild-card entry on Wednesday. Williams is a five-time Wimbledon singles champion and was a finalist at the grass-court major in 2017, two decades after her debut at the All England Club. Ukrainian player Elina Svitolina …

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic

Firstpost  

At age 43 and ranked No. Williams upset 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 after more than three hours at the Birmingham Classic on Monday for her first victory over a player in the top 50 in nearly four years. Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam champion and five-time winner of the Wimbledon singles, was out for six months because of …

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic

Hindustan Times  

At age 43 and ranked No. 697, Venus Williams isn't done quite yet — especially on her favored surface of grass. Venus Williams of the US celebrates defeating Italy's Camila Giorgi on day one of the Birmingham Classic tournament at Edgbaston Priory Club Williams upset 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 after more than three hours at the Birmingham Classic …

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic

China Daily  

Venus Williams in action against Camila Giorgi during the women's singles qualifying match on day one of the Rothesay Classic Birmingham at Edgbaston Priory Club June 19, 2023. 697, Venus Williams isn't done quite yet — especially on her favored surface of grass. Williams upset 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 after more than three hours at the Birmingham Classic …

Legend Venus Williams stuns 48th ranked Camila Giorgi in thrilling clash
1 year, 6 months ago

Legend Venus Williams stuns 48th ranked Camila Giorgi in thrilling clash

India TV News  

Legendary Tennis player Venus Williams pulled off an upset win in the Bimingham Classic. Yes, a win for the elder Williams sister is being called an upset and that is because she is ranked 697 at the moment and she beat 48th ranked Camila Giorgi in a thrilling clash. Nevertheless, the seven-time Grand Slam Champion and five-time Wimbledon Singles winner …

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams, aged 43 and ranked No 697, pulls off surprising win at Birmingham Classic

Associated Press  

BIRMINGHAM, England — At age 43 and ranked No. 697, Venus Williams isn’t done quite yet — especially on her favored surface of grass. Williams upset 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi 7-6, 4-6, 7-6 after more than three hours at the Birmingham Classic on Monday for her first victory over a player in the top 50 in nearly four years. Williams, a …

Venus Williams beaten by Swiss teenager Celine Naef in 1st match since January hamstring injury
1 year, 6 months ago

Venus Williams beaten by Swiss teenager Celine Naef in 1st match since January hamstring injury

China Daily  

Venus Williams of the United States reacts in her women's singles first round match against Celine Naef of Switzerland at the Libema Open Grass Court Championships at Autotron Rosmalen Den Bosch, Netherlands June 13, 2023. DEN BOSCH, Netherlands — Seven-time major champion Venus Williams lost her first competitive singles match since injuring her hamstring in January, succumbing to 17-year-old Celine …

Libema Open: Venus Williams upset by Swiss teenager Naef in first match in five months
1 year, 6 months ago

Libema Open: Venus Williams upset by Swiss teenager Naef in first match in five months

The Hindu  

Venus Williams lost to Swiss teenager and fellow wildcard Celine Naef 6-3, 6-7, 2-6 on Tuesday in the opening round of Libema Open, a WTA250 event in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, in her first match in five months. One to remember 💜 Celine Naef secures her first-ever win on the Hologic WTA Tour with her win over Williams, 3-6, 7-6, 6-2!#LibemaOpenpic.twitter.com/yKLF3wWMey — …

Madrid Masters 2023: Mirra Andreeva, 15, upsets Leylah Fernandez for first WTA Tour win
1 year, 7 months ago

Madrid Masters 2023: Mirra Andreeva, 15, upsets Leylah Fernandez for first WTA Tour win

The Hindu  

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva upset Canada’s Leylah Fernandez 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of the Madrid Masters on Wednesday to clinch her first win on the WTA Tour. The 15-year-old Andreeva, awarded a main-draw wildcard, hit four aces and converted three of five break points to defeat 2021 US Open runner-up Fernandez in an hour and 16 minutes in …

WTA Austin Open: Volynets beats Potapova in second round after trailing 0-5 in deciding set
1 year, 9 months ago

WTA Austin Open: Volynets beats Potapova in second round after trailing 0-5 in deciding set

The Hindu  

Katie Volynets saved a match point and grabbed the last seven games to come back and beat third-seeded Anastasia Potapova 5-7, 6-2, 7-5 at the WTA250 event in Austin on Wednesday to reach her first WTA quarterfinal. I really don’t want to get bageled.’ And then I get that first game, and then I get more confidence rolling into the …

Venus Williams determined to return despite ‘overwhelming’ injury set back
1 year, 10 months ago

Venus Williams determined to return despite ‘overwhelming’ injury set back

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Venus Williams is ruled OUT of the Australian Open after the veteran suffered an undisclosed injury
1 year, 11 months ago

Venus Williams is ruled OUT of the Australian Open after the veteran suffered an undisclosed injury

Daily Mail  

Venus Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open for an undisclosed injury she sustained while playing in a tournament in Auckland, New Zealand this week. A seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, Williams received a wildcard entry into the Australian Open last month to compete in what would have been her 22nd major at Melbourne Park. Venus Williams has withdrawn from …

Venus Williams withdraws from Australian Open due to injury in ASB Classic
1 year, 11 months ago

Venus Williams withdraws from Australian Open due to injury in ASB Classic

India Today  

Seven-time Grand Slam winner Venus Williams has withdrawn from the upcoming edition of the Australian Open after she sustained an injury during the ASB Classic in Auckland. “Venus Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open due to an injury sustained at the ASB Classic in New Zealand. Venus Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open due to an injury sustained …

Emma Raducanu leaves Australian Open 2023 hopes in doubt after retiring injured at ASB Classic
1 year, 11 months ago

Emma Raducanu leaves Australian Open 2023 hopes in doubt after retiring injured at ASB Classic

India Today  

Emma Raducanu burst into tears after being forced to retire injured in Auckland, putting her chances of competing in the Australian Open in jeopardy. Raducanu received treatment from the trainer at the end of the second set, which she lost 7-5, before retiring in tears after one more point proved too painful to play, raising serious doubts about her ability …

Venus Williams makes winning return at Auckland Classic
1 year, 11 months ago

Venus Williams makes winning return at Auckland Classic

The Hindu  

Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams overcame a player less than half her age on Monday in a vintage performance in the first round of the Auckland Classic. An hour-long rain interruption worked in Williams’ favour, as she resumed in style to beat fellow American Katie Volynets 7-6, 6-2. My coach could barely talk to me so I’m going to …

ASB Classic: Venus Williams, Leylah Fernandez secure thumping wins in Round of 32
1 year, 11 months ago

ASB Classic: Venus Williams, Leylah Fernandez secure thumping wins in Round of 32

India Today  

Venus Williams, on Monday, January 2, advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the ASB Classic after beating USA’s Katie Volynets 7-6, 6-2 in the Round of 32 match. Venus Williams takes out her first match on Centre Court against Katie Volynets! !#wta #tennis #venuswilliams pic.twitter.com/UWklfYjTnj — ASB Classic January 2, 2023 In another match, Canada’s Leylah Fernandez also made a winning …

Top Tennis moments from 2022: Part II - Swiatek, Alcaraz create history; Serena ‘evolves away’
1 year, 11 months ago

Top Tennis moments from 2022: Part II - Swiatek, Alcaraz create history; Serena ‘evolves away’

The Hindu  

The 2022 tennis season had everything. PART ONE PART THREE PART FOUR Before the 2023 season begins with the United Cup in Australia, here is a quick look at part two of the top 40 tennis moments of 2022: Alcaraz dazzles Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz came into the limelight with a stunning third-round win over Stefanos Tsitsipas in five sets …

Venus Williams Given Australian Open, Auckland WTA Tournaments Wildcards
2 years ago

Venus Williams Given Australian Open, Auckland WTA Tournaments Wildcards

News 18  

Venus Williams will roll back the years next month, with the 42-year-old accepting wildcards to play in the main draws of both the Australian Open and the Auckland WTA tournaments, it was announced Wednesday. The seven-time Grand Slam champion, who last took the court at September’s US Open playing doubles with her sister Serena, will be in the singles field …

Australian Open 2023: Venus Williams Given Wild Card Into Main Draw
2 years ago

Australian Open 2023: Venus Williams Given Wild Card Into Main Draw

News 18  

American legend and seven-time major champion Venus Williams has been awarded a wild card into the women’s singles main draw of the 2023 Australian Open, the year’s first Grand Slam. Venus, the former World No 1, is a two-time finalist and the 42-year-old will be making her 22nd appearance in the tournament that begins on January 16 at Melbourne Park …

Venus Williams handed Australian Open wild card
2 years ago

Venus Williams handed Australian Open wild card

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24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court takes a jibe at Serena Williams, says American great never admired her
2 years, 3 months ago

24-time Grand Slam champion Margaret Court takes a jibe at Serena Williams, says American great never admired her

India Today  

The 24-time Grand Slam singles champion Margaret Court has hit out at the American great Serena Williams, claiming that the 23-time majors winner didn't admire her like she did. The legendary Australian Court went onto add that Williams didn't mention her opponent Ajla Tomljanovic in her speech after losing in the third round of the 2022 US Open. The 80-year-old …

Serena’s gone, Open must go on: Kvitova, Pegula set rematch
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena’s gone, Open must go on: Kvitova, Pegula set rematch

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Much like for so many other folks, Serena Williams’ last match at the U.S. Open was must-see TV for players still in the tournament, so Jessica Pegula and Petra Kvitova tuned in from their hotel rooms the night before their victories led off Saturday’s schedule and set up a fourth-round showdown. But, I don’t know, like I …

Celebrating Serena: The Story and Numbers Behind Serena Williams' Stellar Career
2 years, 3 months ago

Celebrating Serena: The Story and Numbers Behind Serena Williams' Stellar Career

News 18  

If I ever say farewell, I wouldn?t tell anyone, so…? -Said Serena Williams, one of the most recognisable names in world tennis, after her 2021 Australian Open loss against Naomi Osaka. She wound up living the dream as she won seven Australian Open titles, three French Opens, seven Wimbledon crowns and six US Opens to stand agonisingly just one shy …

Serena Williams the ‘greatest of all time’, says her US Open third round conqueror Ajla Tomljanovic
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams the ‘greatest of all time’, says her US Open third round conqueror Ajla Tomljanovic

Firstpost  

The American 23-time Grand Slam title winner, and six-time champion in New York, lost her third round clash 7-5, 6-7, 6-1. New York: Ajla Tomljanovic sent Serena Williams into almost certain retirement on Friday when she knocked the tennis legend out of the US Open before hailing her as “the greatest of all time. Period.” The American 23-time Grand Slam …

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more
2 years, 3 months ago

Serena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more

Associated Press  

Serena Williams’ quarter-century professional tennis career came to end with a 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 loss to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the U.S. Open on Friday night. 1 Williams claimed her first Grand Slam title at age 17 by beating Martina Hingis 6-3, 7-6 in the U.S. Open final on Sept. 11, 1999, becoming the first Black woman …

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