Victoria Azarenka Wins Thrilling Final

 

Victoria Azarenka won an epic battle with top seed Serena Williams to claim the WTA Cincinnati Open 2-6 6-2 7-6 (8-6).

Williams cruised through the opening set, securing both of her break points as Azarenka struggled to stay in contention.

But the Belorusian rallied in the second set and took a 4-1 lead following a string of unforced errors from her opponent.

 

Wiliams showed her mettle to save seven break points in the next game to avoid a third break of her serve but Azarenka held before finally breaking to level the match.

Azarenka established a 4-2 lead in the deciding set but Williams hit straight back and broke again to lead 5-4.

The American served for the match but fell 15-40 behind after netting a forehand and was broken as Azarenka produced a stunning return in at her feet.



Source: sky sports