Australian Open: Naomi Osaka to face Jennifer Brady in final after beating Serena Williams

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Australian Open: Naomi Osaka to face Jennifer Brady in final after beating Serena Williams

By Naveel Krishant

Friday 19/02/2021

Naomi Osaka claimed an impressive victory over Serena Williams

Naomi Osaka claimed an impressive victory over Serena Williams to reach the Australian Open final and end the American's latest quest for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title.

Three-time Slam champion Osaka withstood early pressure from Williams to win 6-3 6-4.

Osaka is on a 20-match unbeaten streak.

The Japanese will face Jennifer Brady in tomorrow's final after the American beat Karolina Muchova.

[Source : BBC]

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