Serena Williams struggled with a swirling breeze before beating Germany’s Laura Siegemund to reach the semifinals of the ASB_Classic.
AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Top-seed Serena Williams struggled with a swirling breeze before beating Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-4, 6-3 Friday to reach the semifinals of the ASB Classic.
But she was able to step up at crucial times. Williams had five break point chances and converted three. Siegemund had seven and converted one. “She was an incredibly tricky player and the conditions really didn’t help,” Williams said. “But, oh my God, it’s good to get through that. Caroline Wozniacki progressed to the semifinals with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over two-time defending champion Julia Goerges of Germany.
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