Serena Williams through to US Open quarter-finals with win over Maria Sakkari

Serena Williams defeated Maria Sakkari in the fourth round of the US Open (Seth Wenig/AP)

Serena Williams ensured history did not repeat itself as she battled to a fourth-round victory over Maria Sakkari to reach the US Open quarter-finals for the 16th time.

In a compelling contest at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Williams recovered from a break down in the deciding set to defeat 15th seed Sakkari 6-3 6-7 (6) 6-3.