tennis
Bianca Andreescu embraces spotlight with US Open triumph over Serena Williams
Canadian star is so new to the Grand Slam stage that after beating 23-times singles champion an official had to show her which side of the trophy was the front
08 September 2019 - 18:35
New York — So new is Bianca Andreescu to the Grand Slam stage that after beating Serena Williams to win the US Open on Saturday, a tournament official had to show her which side of the trophy was the front.
The moment marked the end of a remarkable run for the 19-year-old Canadian, who a year ago failed to qualify for the tournament but has gone on to become the sport’s brightest young star...
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