World No. 1 Simona Halep has been eliminated in the Australian Open last-16 round after an intense three-set match against Serena Williams (6-1, 4-6, 6-4).
In the previous round, Halep had beaten Venus Williams and had high hopes for today’s match, but didn’t manage to keep up with Serena.
Serena Williams said: “It was an intense match and there were some incredible points. But I love playing tennis. It’s really cool to be back out playing on this court.
“I really needed to elevate my game. She’s the number one player in the world. I’m such a fighter. I just never give up. It’s definitely something that’s innate.
“It’s a miracle I’m here and I get to do something I enjoy. This is my job and it’s a super pleasure. That keeps me motivated and keep fighting for every point.”
Williams will play the quarter-final against Karolina Pliskova. Pliskova beat Williams in the US Open in 2016.
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