Wimbledon 2019: Simona Halep stuns Serena Williams in straight sets to win her first title at SW19
Halep was too good for the American and clinched victory in straight sets
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Simona Halep beat Serena Williams to win her first Wimbledon final with a stunning performance in straight sets.
The omens had looked good for the American, who has won nine of the 10 previous meetings between these two, but Halep said she is "stronger mentally" than she has been in previous meetings and proved that on Centre Court.
The result showed Halep's all-round talents after claiming last year's French Open on clay. Follow updates from the match in the live blog below:
Last five meetings
2019 Williams d Halep 6-1 4-6 6-4 (Australian Open, hard)
2016 Williams d Halep 6-2 4-6 6-3 (U.S. Open, hard)
2016 Williams d Halep 6-4 6-3 (Indian Wells, hard)
2015 Williams d Halep 6-3 7-6(5) (Cincinnati, hard)
2015 Williams d Halep 6-2 4-6 7-5 (Miami, hard)
GAME, SET, MATCH SIMONA HALEP! Williams 2-6 2-6 Halep
WOW, WOW, WOW!
Williams nets, and Simona Halep has done it! Her 2nd major, and her first ever Wimbledon title.
Completely and utterly dominant. 56 minutes. Serena won just four games!
An absolutely spectacular performance!
Serena Williams, speaking to Sue Barker on court:
"She played out of her mind! You just have to take your hat off - congrats on all the hard work!
"I love coming out here, it's literally a joy!"
"My team is amazing!"
Very humble from Serena.
Simona Halep, speaking to Sue Barker on court:
"Never! The best match, I have worked a lot for this moment, it's an honour to play in front of the Royal Box!"
"I had nerves, my stomach was not very well. But there was no time for emotions."
"It's unbelievable. Very special. it was my mum's dream, when I was 10, 11, she said you have to play in the final of Wimbledon!"
"I will now get membership for life. I'm happy!"
"I've worked a lot to change my game on grass. But I started to feel the ball this year, it was an amazing year, and I can't wait to come back here. Amazing tournament!"
"I'd like to thank my country! Thank you for supporting me all the time, thank you very much!"
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