Saturday, December 19, 2009

Serena wins, Rafael upset


Serena Williams beat Jelena Jankovic 6-4, 7-5 in the US Open women's final to move past Ana Ivanovic and become the top-rated player in the WTA Tour rankings.

Before the ladies final, the mens draw produced a huge upset. Britain's Andy Murray advanced to his first Grand Slam final by stunning world number one Rafael Nadal, booking a date with reigning champion Roger Federer.
The 21-year-old Scotsman defeated the reigning Wimbledon, French Open and Olympic champion 6-2, 7-6 (7/5), 4-6, 6-4.