Serena Williams is one win away from a record 23rd Grand Slam title after setting up an all-Williams final at the Australian Open against her older sister, Venus. "She's my toughest opponent - nobody has ever beaten me as much as Venus has," Serena Williams said. Related Content Tennis: Venus Williams makes history, advances to Australian Open final Tennis: Roger Federer wins five set thriller to make Australian Open final Tennis: Rafael Nadal storms into Australian Open semifinals"Obviously I was really proud of Venus - a total inspiration, my big sister," Serena said. Venus Williams is the oldest player to reach a women's major final since Martina Navratilova, then 37 and 258 days, at Wimbledon in 1994. Venus Williams said one of the best things about her longevity in the game was having an influence on other players.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 26, 2017 07:08 UTC