Serena's search for the elusive 'number 24' goes on


  • Tennis
  • Sunday, 14 Jul 2019

Jul 13, 2019; London, United Kingdom; Serena Williams (USA) serves during a match against Simona Halep (ROU) on day 12 at the All England Lawn and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports

LONDON (Reuters) - Just how badly things were going for Serena Williams in Saturday's Wimbledon final against Simona Halep was summed up by a booming plea that came from the crowd: "Wake up Serena!"

Williams heard the message loud and clear but unfortunately for the American it was one of those days when nothing could save her from the 6-2 6-2 annihilation she suffered at the hands of Halep in 56 minutes.

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