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US Open: Williams sister act extended to 30th meeting

US Open: Williams sister act extended to 30th meeting

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Asked if she could have all her titles and Venus all hers without having ever had to play each other, Serena said she would happily accept that deal.

Fed Cup: Serena loses in return but says 'on the right track'

Fed Cup: Serena loses in return but says 'on the right track'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

Williams, who played an exhibition match last December in the United Arab Emirates, where she lost to French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko, said in addition to working on her serve and returns, she needs to manage her time better now that she has her daughter in tow.

Serena crushes Zvonareva to win Wimbledon title

Serena crushes Zvonareva to win Wimbledon title

Rediff.com3 Jul 2010

American Serena Williams won her fourth Wimbledon singles title on Saturday when she crushed Russian 21st seed Vera Zvonareva 6-3, 6-2 in the final at the All England Club.

Roddick, Serena power through

Roddick, Serena power through

Rediff.com21 Jan 2007

Andy Roddick and Serena Williams scored contrasting wins to enter the Australian Open quarterfinals.

Serena overpowers Azarenka, to meet Radwanska in final

Serena overpowers Azarenka, to meet Radwanska in final

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

Serena Williams roared into a her seventh Wimbledon singles final with a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Victoria Azarenka on Thursday. She will face Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska in Saturday's final.

Dad and rain save Serena's day

Dad and rain save Serena's day

Rediff.com28 May 2007

A pep talk from dad Richard and a timely downpour over Roland Garros rescued Serena Williams from an embarrassing first-round exit at the French Open on Sunday.

PIX: Serena wins marathon, Rosol's dream Wimbledon ends

PIX: Serena wins marathon, Rosol's dream Wimbledon ends

Rediff.com30 Jun 2012

A subdued Serena Williams recovered from a sluggish start to beat China's Zheng Jie 6-7, 6-2, 9-7 in a marathon Wimbledon third-round match on Saturday.

Sania-Mattek in quarters, to face Williams sisters

Sania-Mattek in quarters, to face Williams sisters

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Sania Mirza and Bethanie Mattek set up a quarter-final clash with American sisters Venus and Serena Williams after getting past the Uzbek-Belarussian pair of Akgul Amanmuradova and Darya Kustova in the third round of Wimbledon Championships.

US Open PIX: Serena slays world No 2; Medvedev through

US Open PIX: Serena slays world No 2; Medvedev through

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

A summary of Wednesday's action at the US Open on Day 3.

New decade begins with Serena still chasing Court

New decade begins with Serena still chasing Court

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Since having a child and returning to the WTA Tour Serena Williams's focus has been split between raising a family and work.

'Apple in throat' costs Serena final place

'Apple in throat' costs Serena final place

Rediff.com8 May 2010

Serena Williams blamed an "apple in her throat" for her failure to reach the final of the Italian Open after Jelena Jankovic came back from the brink against the American in Rome on Friday. Jankovic saved a match point before pulling off a thrilling 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 win over the world number one to set up a showdown with Spaniard Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez, a 6-4, 6-2 winner over former French Open champion Ana Ivanovic.

Serena scores dramatic win over Henin

Serena scores dramatic win over Henin

Rediff.com1 Apr 2007

Serena Williams fought off two match points on her way to an epic 0-6 7-5 6-3 comeback win over world number one Justine Henin to claim her fourth Sony Ericsson title on Saturday.

Serena turns on the heat in Miami

Serena turns on the heat in Miami

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Serena Williams crushed top seed Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-1 to reach the last eight.

Venus fills in for injured Serena

Venus fills in for injured Serena

Rediff.com23 Apr 2005

Venus Williams will replace sister Serena, who suffered an ankle innjury, in the Fed Cup tie against Belgium.

Madrid Open: Serena sweeps past Sharapova into semis

Madrid Open: Serena sweeps past Sharapova into semis

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Serena Williams blew away fellow former number one Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-3 to join top seed Victoria Azarenka in the semi-finals at the Madrid Open on Friday.

Madrid: Serena 'fights demons', to meet Sharapova next

Madrid: Serena 'fights demons', to meet Sharapova next

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Serena Williams overcame a lethargic start to upset fellow former World No 1 Caroline Wozniacki at the Madrid Open on Thursday and set up a quarter-final meeting with old foe Maria Sharapova.

Serena crushes Azarenka to reach Toronto Cup final

Serena crushes Azarenka to reach Toronto Cup final

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

The former world number one, who returned to competition in June after 11 months out with injuries and health problems, will carry a 10-match winning streak into the final against Samantha Stosur and appears in ominous form ahead of the US Open starting Aug. 29.

Serena excited about playing in India

Serena excited about playing in India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2007

The newly-crowned Australian Open champion will play at the Bangalore Open, from February 12-18.

Serena powers past Vaidisova into final

Serena powers past Vaidisova into final

Rediff.com25 Jan 2007

"She played some incredible points on match point, she reminded me a bit of myself," said Williams after the match.

Serena beats Venus to enter final

Serena beats Venus to enter final

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

Serena Williams remains on course for a record sixth win at the Sony Ericsson Open after beating sister Venus 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 to set up a final meeting with 19-year-old Belarusian Victoria Azarenka. Azarenka defeated Russian Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in Thursday's other semi-final to book her place in a top tier final for the first time.

PHOTOS: Serena makes winning return at Indian Wells

PHOTOS: Serena makes winning return at Indian Wells

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Delbonis to face Federer

Serena proves critics wrong

Serena proves critics wrong

Rediff.com27 Jan 2005

Serena sees bright future for Sania

Serena sees bright future for Sania

Rediff.com21 Jan 2005

American ace said Sania has a solid game for her age.

Williams to face Azarenka in Doha battle of number ones

Williams to face Azarenka in Doha battle of number ones

Rediff.com17 Feb 2013

Serena Williams faces the player she will replace next week as world number one, Victoria Azarenka, in the final of the Qatar Open after overcoming Maria Sharapova 6-3, 6-2 in Doha on Saturday

Why Serena will go 'super protected' to Rio

Why Serena will go 'super protected' to Rio

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Serena Williams is intent on defending her Olympic titles in Rio and finds it sad that several athletes will miss out on an 'amazing' experience because of worries about the Zika virus.

The real Serena finally shows up but it's all in vain

The real Serena finally shows up but it's all in vain

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

The real Serena Williams finally turned up at the French Open on Saturday in pursuit of a 22nd Grand Slam singles title but it was to no avail as she lost to a tenacious opponent who beat her at her own power game.

Williams sisters to launch Open

Williams sisters to launch Open

Rediff.com29 Aug 2005

Grand Slam question: Who can challenge Serena?

Grand Slam question: Who can challenge Serena?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

Serena Williams has been vulnerable this Grand Slam season but unbeaten in the year's first three major championships.

Women's empowerment campaign: Serena joins Priyanka Chopra-backed app

Women's empowerment campaign: Serena joins Priyanka Chopra-backed app

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Bumble began in 2014 as a dating platform for women to start discussions with potential male partners. The company is aiming to promote newer functions, Bumble BFF and Bumble Bizz, which help women find friends and build business networks, alongside dating.

Fiery Serena, stoic Murray advance at US Open

Fiery Serena, stoic Murray advance at US Open

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Serena Williams and Andy Murray had brief hiccups on the way to convincing victories at the US Open, each choosing different tactics to remain on track for a long ride into the year's final Grand Slam.

Williams beats Wozniacki in thriller to reach WTA final

Williams beats Wozniacki in thriller to reach WTA final

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Serena Williams regained her composure after smashing her racquet and being on the brink of defeat to beat Caroline Wozniacki 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (6) on Saturday and reach the title match at the WTA Finals.

Serena impresses, Molik beaten in Florida

Serena impresses, Molik beaten in Florida

Rediff.com7 Apr 2005

Russian Anastasia Myskina scraped past Israeli teenager Shahar Peer 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to reach the third round of the Amelia Island Championship.

Serena, Sharapova on course for final

Serena, Sharapova on course for final

Rediff.com12 Aug 2006

Serena beat Meghann Shaughnessy while Sharapova beat Dinara Safina to move into the Los Angeles Open semi-finals.

Motherhood no obstacle for Serena's return, says legendary Court

Motherhood no obstacle for Serena's return, says legendary Court

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

Australian great Margaret Court won 24 grand slam singles titles, one ahead of American Williams, who confirmed she was pregnant on Wednesday and will sit out the rest of the season.

Serena bugged by rusty return at Melbourne Park

Serena bugged by rusty return at Melbourne Park

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Serena Williams, unable to defend her 2009 and 2010 titles last year due to a freak foot injury, found herself dive-bombed by crickets that made merry on a balmy evening at Rod Laver Arena.

PIX: Serena powers past Strycova to set up Halep final

PIX: Serena powers past Strycova to set up Halep final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

The veteran American set up a showdown with Romanian former world number one Simona Halep in Saturday's final.

Mauresmo sets up Serena re-match

Mauresmo sets up Serena re-match

Rediff.com30 Jun 2004

Mauresmo overcame Paola Suarez while Serena thrashed Jennifer Capriati in the women's quarter-finals at Wimbledon.

Sharapova, Serena in final

Sharapova, Serena in final

Rediff.com1 Jul 2004

Sharapova beat Lindsay Davenport while the defending champion beat Amelie Mauresmo in the women's singles semi-finals at Wimbledon.

Sharp Serena routs Pin

Sharp Serena routs Pin

Rediff.com18 Jan 2006

2004 champion Justine Henin-Hardenne of Belgium beat Hana Sromova 7-6, 6-1 to confirm her position as tournament favourite.