Serena Williams of the US holds her trophy after winning her Women’s singles final match against Venus Williams of the US. Photo: ReutersMelbourne: Serena Williams has won her record 23rd Grand Slam singles title, and her sister was right there on court to give her a congratulatory hug. Court won 24 majors, but collected 13 of those before the Open era which began in 1968 after the sport became professional. 13-seeded Venus Williams’ first trip back to a major final in 7 ½ years. “I really would like to take this moment to congratulate Venus, she’s an amazing person—she’s my inspiration.

Source: Mint January 28, 2017 11:21 UTC