- American beats compatriot Kristie Ahn 7-5, 6-2
- Williams recovers from slow start in round one match
Serena Williams took her first step toward a record-equaling 24th grand slam title on Tuesday, defeating Kristie Ahn 7-5, 6-2 in the first round of the US Open.
Williams got off to a slow start, showing signs of nervousness early in the first set, but kicked her game into high gear during in the second, firing off 13 aces and 28 winners during the match and harnessing her powerful return to keep her opponent on the run.
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