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Williams sisters lose 3-set thriller in NY show
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In Short: The Williams sisters secured a five-point lead in the tiebreaker but ultimately lost a hard-fought 3-hour, 2-minute match.
The Williams sisters put on a thrilling exhibition match in New York, leading 9-7 in the tiebreaker late in the third set. Despite a strong finish, they ultimately lost the match to their opponent, who capitalized on a Serena Williams forehand error to secure the victory with a volley at the net.
The sisters managed to win nine consecutive points in the final moments of the third set, putting them on the verge of a comeback. However, the match concluded in a dramatic fashion, lasting 3 hours and 2 minutes.
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- Single-source account; further confirmation still arriving.
Sources
- The Brunswick Newslink