Top-ranked Serena Williams celebrates after defending her title in Madrid, beating world No. 2 Maria Sharapova in the final.
Serena Williams retains Madrid title —
Top-ranked Serena Williams celebrates after defending her title in Madrid, beating world No. 2 Maria Sharapova in the final.
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Williams has now beaten the Russian in their last 12 meetings, winning this match 6-1 6-4.
Serena Williams retains Madrid title —
Williams has now beaten the Russian in their last 12 meetings, winning this match 6-1 6-4.
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Sharapova had the chance to return to the top of the rankings but could not match Williams' power despite leading 3-1 in the second set.
Serena Williams retains Madrid title —
Sharapova had the chance to return to the top of the rankings but could not match Williams' power despite leading 3-1 in the second set.
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In the men's tournament in Madrid, Rafael Nadal delighted his home fans by winning the Spanish tournament for the third time, beating Swiss 15th seed Stanislas Wawrinka in the final.
Serena Williams retains Madrid title —
In the men's tournament in Madrid, Rafael Nadal delighted his home fans by winning the Spanish tournament for the third time, beating Swiss 15th seed Stanislas Wawrinka in the final.
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