Serena beats Venus to win record-breaking 23rd grand slam title

Serena Williams made history at the Australian Open on Saturday as she overcame older sister Venus in the final to claim a record-breaking 23rd grand slam.

Stuck on 22 majors since taking out Wimbledon last year, 35-year-old Serena finally surpassed Steffi Graf for the Open-Era record by winning in straight sets on Rod Laver Arena.

Serena, who lost to Angelique Kerber in the decider 12 months ago at Melbourne Park, held her nerve to see off Venus 6-4 6-4, as she eclipsed Graf with a seventh Australian Open crown.

Margaret Court’s overall record of 24 major titles is now within touching distance for Serena, who reclaimed the WTA’s top ranking as a result.

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