Person: Alexandra Panova

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Williams takes 19th Grand Slam title with Australian Open win

Serena Williams has won the Australian Open, beating Maria Sharapova in the final 6-3 7-6 (7-5).

Sat, 31 Jan, 2015

Experience wins out as Williams beats teenager in Open semis

Serena Williams overcame a spirited challenge from fellow American Madison Keys to become the oldest Australian Open finalist in the Open era today.

Thu, 29 Jan, 2015

Rafael Nadal recovers to advancein Melbourne

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal hailed an "amazing" act of sportsmanship from his opponent after overcoming nausea and dizziness to avoid a shock defeat in the second round of the Australian Open.

Thu, 22 Jan, 2015

Sharapova manages to fend off shock from qualifier, ranked 150th

Maria Sharapova saved two match points on the way to a dramatic victory over her little-known fellow Russian Alexandra Panova at the Australian Open.

Wed, 21 Jan, 2015

Kvitova out as Sharapova battles through

Petra Kvitova became the first reigning Wimbledon champion to lose in the first round of the US Open in the Open era last night.

Tue, 30 Aug, 2011