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Serena overpowers sister for title

SERENA’S ROSEWATER DISH: The younger sister earned her 11th grand slam title in a ruthless victory over Venus just hours before they paired up to win the doubles final

REUTERS , LONDON

It seemed to crush Venus’ resolve and although she hung on grimly at the end, saving three match points, she failed to clear the net with a backhand on the forth and the title was Serena’s again after a six-year wait.

“I felt like my name should have been there at least once more,” Serena said. “At least I got in another one.”

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