Simona Halep defeated Serena Williams in straight sets to lift the 2019 Wimbledon 2019 title. Halep’s 6-2, 6-2 win over Serena came in just 55 minutes. Meanwhile, this is Halep’s maiden title win at the All England Club Title. The 27-year-old Romanian won French Open last year, which was her first Grand Slam win. During the Wimbledon win over Serena, Halep committed just three unforced errors against 25.

Meanwhile, Serena failed to win her 8th Wimbledon title and 24th Grand Slam. Serena managed to win just two of her last six Grand Slam finals. In the opening set, Halep who came out all guns blazing did not allow Serena to gain any momentum in the match. Serena was able to win just two games in the opening set allowing Halep to seal the first set 6-2 in just 26 minutes.

In the second set, major moves by Serena pegged Halep back. Back and forth play by the duo brought the scoreline to 2-2. The second set witnessed a brilliant rally between Halep and Serena. Who Is Cori ‘Coco’ Gauff, Venus Williams’ Slayer in Wimbledon 2019? Five Interesting Facts About 15-Year-Old American Tennis Player.

Simona Halep Wins Wimbledon 2019

Halep then increased her attacking play on the grass court and obtained a two-point lead over Serena, taking the scoreline to 4-2. With Williams making some horrible mistakes, Halep took full advantage of the opportunity to peg the seven-time Wimbledon champ to easily win the second set 6-2, to win her maiden All England Club title. Serena had defeated Barbora Strycova 6-1, 6-2 in the semi-final whereas Halep had defeated Elina Svitolina 6-1, 6-3.

(With ANI inputs)

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