Williams defeat shakes up draw

Serena Williams’ demise yesterday turned the ripples into shockwaves at a French Open full of surprises as Maria Sharapova assumed the mantle of title favourite.

The tournament had previously lost Australian Open champions Stan Wawrinka and Li Na but Williams’ 6-2 6-2 defeat by Spain’s Garbine Muguruza was on another level.

The world number one went into the tournament as a huge favourite to retain the title she won for the second time 12 months ago.