Serena Williams breaks three-year title drought after win in Auckland
Serena Williams beats Jessica Pegula, but loses in the doubles final with Caroline Wozniacki
12 January 2020 - 19:52
Wellington — Serena Williams won her first title since the 2017 Australian Open with a 6-3 6-4 victory over Jessica Pegula at the Auckland Classic on Sunday, but was unable to complete the perfect week in New Zealand when she lost the doubles final.
The 38-year-old Williams, who said she would donate all her prize money to Australian bushfire relief funds, and good friend Caroline Wozniacki were beaten by American duo Asia Muhammad and Taylor Townsend 6-4 6-4. ..
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