Williams survives Stephens scare

Serena Williams survived another French Open scare as the top seed was tested to the full by American compatriot Sloane Stephens on court Philippe Chatrier.

Williams survives Stephens scare

Serena Williams survived another French Open scare as the top seed was tested to the full by American compatriot Sloane Stephens on court Philippe Chatrier.

With second seed Maria Sharapova tumbling out of the tournament earlier today, that should have given Williams extra motivation in the hunt for a third Roland Garros title.

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