Serena Williams defeated her sister Venus 76(3) 62, in the Wimbledon final to win her third Wimbledon title and 11th major singles title of her career.
Serena and Venus were contesting the final for the fourth time, and five-time champion Venus, who was defending her title, was surprisingly outplayed.
In a repeat of last year's final, in which Venus ended up on top, Serena dominated from the start and outgunned her older sister.
"It feels so amazing. I feel so blessed," Serena said to Sue Barker in her on-court interview. "I can't believe I'm holding this trophy. It's named for Venus. It hasn't settled in that I won yet. I'm so excited. Thanks to everyone for their support. I'm honored to be out here. I'm already looking forward to the doubles."
Venus was considered favourite for the match after dropping just 20 games in her previous six matches.
"Today she was too good, she had an answer for everything. She played the best tennis today," Venus said. "I'm still smiling though, I don't think the loss has set in yet! I've had so many great times here. I love what I do and most of all I love playing these finals. I'll see you all again next year, of course."
(photo/AP Photo)
Serena Williams beats sister Venus to claim her third Wimbledon crown
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