Melbourne, Jan 29. Defending champions Serena and Venus Williams defeated Cara Black and Liezel Huber 6-4 6-3 to win the Australian Open women`s doubles title on Friday, maintaining the partnership`s perfect record in grand slam finals. The second-seeded Williams sisters continued their dominance over Zimbabwe`s Black and American Huber, overcoming a sluggish start under bright sunshine at Rod Laver Arena to win in 86 minutes and seal their 11th grand slam doubles title.
The Williams sisters have now beaten the top-ranked pair in all three of their meetings, including the U.S. Open final last year. The title was the Williams sisters` fourth at Melbourne Park, where they also won in 2001 and 2003.
Serena will clash with Justine Henin for the women`s singles title on Saturday.
Source: ANTARA/Reuters