Battling Makarova adds Venus to list

Ekaterina Makarova completed a notable double in knocking Venus Williams out of the Australian Open in the first round.

Two years ago the Russian produced a stunning win over Serena Williams in the fourth round in Melbourne and this time she fought back impressively to beat Venus 2-6 6-4 6-4.

The American is, of course, no longer the threat she was, with age and ill health taking their toll, but this was definitely one that got away given she led 3-0 in the decider.