| 单词 | Steffi Graf |
| 例句 | The author also goes into his personal life, with revelations about his brief marriage to Brooke Shields as well as his subsequent relationship with Steffi Graf, whom he married in 2001. During Wimbledon, 3 Books Give Insight Into World of Tennis 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z My favorite two players were Monica Seles and Steffi Graf. Samantha Stosur, U.S. Open Champion 2011-09-23T06:05:00Z I will be too busy winning Wimbledon like Steffi Graf. Laura Solon: My Edinburgh 2010-08-16T09:13:00Z “It’s just like being a tennis player and not having a match for a year and a half, and then going, ‘Oh, I’ve got the big match with Steffi Graf today!’” she said. For Sharon D Clarke, a ‘Big Sing’ and a Big Broadway Moment 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf was also 17 when she won her first Grand Slam — the 1987 French Open. Perspective | Can ‘Coco’ Gauff catapult to top-level tennis as a teenager? Serena and Steffi did. 2019-07-24T04:00:00Z To go from Ivan Lendl plying his joyless trade to watching Steffi Graf play was like seeing the covers coming off after a rain delay had somehow assumed human form. Game, set and spats… a grand slam of tennis movies 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z The last woman to win all four majors in a single year was Steffi Graf in 1988. With or without a Grand Slam, Serena Williams is the greatest 2015-08-26T04:00:00Z By beating Ruud, Djokovic has become the only man in history - and fourth player after Court, Steffi Graf and Williams - to win each of the four majors three times. Has Djokovic settled the men's GOAT debate? 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z “Obviously, Steffi Graf is one of the biggest legends of our sport, both men and women tennis, and someone that I truly admire and respect,” Djokovic said. Djokovic hopes to play in US despite being unvaccinated 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z No champion past or present — not Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert or Steffi Graf — has lasted longer at the top or won more. Perspective | Serena Williams, master of her mind and body, summons a champion’s resolve 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z At eight weeks pregnant she clinched her eighth Australian Open title and passed Steffi Graf in the all-time list of major winners in the Open Era, with only Margaret Court ahead of her. A look back at Williams' iconic moments as she prepares to say goodbye 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z Former winners of the prize for sports include American track and field athlete Carl Lewis, and tennis players Steffi Graf of Germany and Rafael Nadal of Spain. Refugee Olympic team awarded prestigious Spanish prize 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Williams, 40, owns the women’s record for grand slam titles with 23, one more than Steffi Graf, according to Statista. Serena Williams, Lewis Hamilton joining bid for Chelsea ownership 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z He could not win the Olympic gold medal in Tokyo this summer for the fourth jewel of the so-called Golden Slam, something only Steffi Graf has accomplished. Daniil Medvedev wins the U.S. Open as Novak Djokovic falls short of a Grand Slam. 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z The last woman to accomplish the feat was Steffi Graf in 1988. Medvedev ends Djokovic’s bid for year Slam at US Open 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf in 1988 is the only player to win the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, the U.S. Going for Gold: Wheelchair stars can make history at US Open 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf, the winner of 22 Grand Slam singles titles, quit at 30, just weeks after a French Open title and a Wimbledon final, saying she had lost her motivation and passion for the game. Why Does Playing Tennis Make So Many Pros Miserable? 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z The last man to go 4 for 4 at the majors was Rod Laver in 1969; Steffi Graf was the last woman, in 1988. Djokovic lets emotions show at US Open as Grand Slam nears 2021-09-04T04:00:00Z After Tuesday night’s victory, he is just six matches away from joining Don Budge, Maureen Connolly, Rod Laver, Margaret Court and Steffi Graf on the short list of those who have achieved it. Novak Djokovic Is Sensitive, Even When the Crowd’s Not Against Him 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z Three women have gone 4 for 4 for a true Grand Slam, most recently Steffi Graf in 1988. Laver would welcome Djokovic to calendar Grand Slam ‘club’ 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf and Monica Seles proved brilliant counterparts but played just 15 matches between 1989 and 1999, with Graf winning 10. Big Three rivalries have long fueled men’s tennis. This U.S. Open may preview what’s next. 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf earned a Golden Slam by winning an Olympic gold medal and all four women’s Grand Slam singles titles in 1988. Elliott: Novak Djokovic vies for record at U.S. Open amid COVID concerns 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf won the 1999 French Open for her 22nd Grand Slam title, and made the Wimbledon final a month later in July. Serena Williams and Her Fellow Tennis Greats Are Limping Toward the Exits 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf in 1988 remains the only tennis player to achieve the Golden Slam. Djokovic loses to Zverev at Olympics, ending Golden Slam bid 2021-07-30T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf in 1988 is the only tennis player to achieve the Golden Slam, winning all four Grand Slam tournaments and Olympic gold in the same calendar year. Djokovic says ‘pressure is a privilege’ that he can handle 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf in 1988 was the only tennis player to achieve the Golden Slam by winning all four Grand Slam tournaments and Olympic gold in the same calendar year. Village life: Djokovic relishing the Olympic experience 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf was the only tennis player to achieve the Golden Slam in 1988. Osaka and Djokovic raise profile of tennis at Tokyo Games 2021-07-26T04:00:00Z The only tennis player to achieve a Golden Slam was Steffi Graf in 1988. Djokovic knows ‘history is on the line’ at Tokyo Olympics 2021-07-22T04:00:00Z Germany's Steffi Graf is the only player to complete the set of Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, Olympic gold and US Open in a calendar year, which she achieved in 1988. Ten global stars to watch in Tokyo 2021-07-17T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf is the only player to have won a Golden Slam, in 1988. Novak Djokovic equals his Grand Slam rivals with triumphant Wimbledon victory 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z Shortly after that, Williams teamed up with coach Patrick Mouratoglou and began accumulating majors to eclipse Steffi Graf’s professional era record of 22 and move within one of Margaret Court’s all-era mark of 24. Williams ‘heartbroken’ after withdrawing from Wimbledon with injury 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z In the moment that long defined her, she cracked and lost a big third-set lead in the 1993 Wimbledon to Steffi Graf. An Unlikely Champion Wins the French Open, and Thanks a Mentor 2021-06-12T04:00:00Z That is longer than any man in history, and just 55 weeks shy of Steffi Graf's all-time record. The sides of Djokovic that shaped a champion 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z Williams joins Martina Navratilova and Steffi Graf as the only players to have won five titles in the season-ending championship. AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z She lost just 28 games, putting her in elite company with the likes of Steffi Graf, Chris Evert and Serena Williams. For Both Swiatek and Nadal, Staying ‘In the Moment’ at French Open Was Key 2020-10-12T04:00:00Z The Steffi Graf Stadium in Berlin’s Grunewald district was largely empty for the match with spectator numbers restricted. Thiem edges Berrettini to win Berlin exhibition tournament 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Overall, it’s her 21st major championship, one shy of Steffi Graf’s Open-era record. This day in sports: Nolan Ryan records 4,000th strikeout 2020-07-11T04:00:00Z It left Steffi Graf’s success in Saturday’s women’s final as the only title decided by the end of the regular Wimbledon fortnight. AP Was There: Edberg defeats Becker for 1st Wimbledon title 2020-07-11T04:00:00Z Standing above them are the evergreens, our five selected candidates for the greatest female player since 1970: Williams, Steffi Graf, Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova and Monica Seles. The greatest? Memory can play tricks but it's still Serena Williams for me | Kevin Mitchell 2020-07-03T04:00:00Z The five finals between Navratilova and Evert or the three in a row between Navratilova and Steffi Graf. Evert recalls ups and downs of long rivalry with Navratilova 2020-07-03T04:00:00Z Fans were asked to sit apart in the Steffi Graf Stadium. Thiem edges Berrettini to win Berlin exhibition tournament 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Literally and metaphorically the grand slam which Steffi Graf completed by beating Gabriela Sabatini in the final of the US Open was all in a day’s work for her. The greatest: Steffi Graf – power and perfect timing personified | Katy Murrells 2020-06-29T04:00:00Z Monica Seles and Steffi Graf dueled for two hours and 43 minutes Saturday, matching each other shot for shot, fighting for the lead game after game. AP Was There: Seles tops Graf in riveting French Open final 2020-06-06T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf, by a clear margin, ahead of Williams and Navratilova, with the others trailing. The greatest? Memory can play tricks but it's still Serena Williams for me | Kevin Mitchell 2020-07-03T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf, the German who at the height of her career dominated women’s tennis, won a Golden Slam in 1988. Novak Djokovic thinks he might be headed for the biggest year of the Big Three 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z With her record seventh Australian title, the 35-year-old Williams moves ahead of Steffi Graf for the most major titles in the Open era. AP Sportlight 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z She also became the oldest No. 1 player in WTA history and tied Steffi Graf’s record for most consecutive weeks at the top. Serena named AP Female Athlete of Decade 2019-12-29T05:00:00Z Think back to Steffi Graf, who arrived and toppled Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert. As New Faces Emerge, Serena Williams Gets Acquainted With Failure 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z That allowed her to break a tie with Steffi Graf for most Slam titles in the Open era, which began in 1968, by collecting No. 23. Serena Williams again comes up short in Grand Slam final 2019-09-07T04:00:00Z Watching her idols, Steffi Graf and Monica Seles, play was her “first experience of professional tennis,” Stosur added. Pro Tennis Returns to the Bronx, but for How Long? 2019-08-17T04:00:00Z Williams still holds the record for most major singles titles in the professional era with 23, one more than Steffi Graf. Weekend Sports in Brief 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z “Okay,” she said to Mouratoglou, “so you told me to beat Evert and Navratilova, then Steffi Graf, so what’s after that?” Perspective | Serena Williams finds her path to history narrowing to a tightrope 2019-07-13T04:00:00Z That was Slam trophy No. 23, breaking a tie with Steffi Graf for the most in the professional era. Serena Williams loses her 3rd consecutive Grand Slam final 2019-07-13T04:00:00Z With 23, she already holds the professional-era record for Grand Slam singles titles, one more than Steffi Graf. Wimbledon Glance: Williams back on court in Wimbledon semis 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z She reached the last 16 in 1990, losing to Steffi Graf. Prodigy Cori Gauff, 15, ready to make her Wimbledon mark 2019-06-30T04:00:00Z After winning the first three majors of the season, Williams was just two wins away from becoming the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four in a calendar year. Sports is the ultimate David vs. Goliath, and Andy Ruiz's win is why we all still watch 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z The following year, Williams played Steffi Graf twice, their only meetings. Serena Williams to face 20-year-old American Kenin in Paris 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf and Martina Navratilova were unbelievable but to us they were anomalies. 2019 World Cup must be mid-summer feast for women’s game to thrive on | Tanya Aldred 2019-04-28T04:00:00Z In three of Seles’s major finals, she beat Steffi Graf. The Joy of Six: sporting 'sliding doors' moments | Nick Miller 2019-04-16T04:00:00Z Could she capture her 23rd major title and break past Steffi Graf on the list of Grand Slam title winners since the sport went professional? Serena Williams Is Back at Australian Open, for Tennis and So Much More 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z She has dominated tennis for most of her career, tying Steffi Graf’s record of being ranked number one by the Women’s Tennis Association for 186 consecutive weeks. My picks for athlete of the year carried that weight | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 2018-12-27T05:00:00Z Steffi Graf earning the year-end No. 1 a record eight times from 1987-96. Chris Evert trophy will go to No. 1 player in WTA 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z Throughout her 23-year pro career, Williams has done just that — winning 23 Grand Slam singles titles, which broke Steffi Graf’s Open era record, and four Olympic gold medals among an unprecedented trophy haul. In her anger, in defeat, Serena Williams starts an overdue conversation 2018-09-09T04:00:00Z During part of the Steffi Graf, Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert era, the women’s game was more popular than the men’s, and yet the women still earned less. More money would be good, but WNBA-NBA wage gap is about economics, not gender 2018-07-19T04:00:00Z “I used to think that the single greatest stroke in women’s tennis was the Steffi Graf forehand,” said Mary Carillo, a former pro and now a broadcaster for Tennis Channel. Serena Williams Is Making Her Toughest Comeback Look Easy 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z The last German woman to win Wimbledon was Steffi Graf in 1996. Highlights of Wimbledon day 10 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z She calls it a “hunger factor” and points to Serena Williams, Steffi Graf, Jimmy Connors and herself as consumed by it. As Wimbledon’s top women’s seeds keep falling, who will grow a set of ‘fangs’? 2018-07-06T04:00:00Z The Spaniard suffered the earliest exit of a defending champion at the All England Club since Steffi Graf was beaten in the first round in 1994. Champion Muguruza falls in the second round 2018-07-05T04:00:00Z He ticks off the staggering stats of players like Williams and Steffi Graf, which eclipse those of anyone in men’s tennis, especially when one factors in all of Serena’s doubles titles. Roger Federer Can’t Be Stopped 2018-05-23T04:00:00Z Opens, picking up an Olympic silver medal and becoming the first German number one since Steffi Graf. Tennis: Kerber consigns 2017 to the history books 2018-01-16T05:00:00Z On April 30th, 1993, Seles, midway through a match with Magdalena Maneeva, was attacked and stabbed on the court by a psychotic fan of her chief rival Steffi Graf. 13 out-of-nowhere comeback moments that shocked sports - Golf Digest 2017-12-01T05:00:00Z The fallout was often etched on her face: so different from the more inscrutable countenance of her contemporary Steffi Graf, the all-but-irresistible force of the era. A Tennis Perfectionist Who Was Decidedly Human 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z She won the hearts of fans around the world when she burst into tears after throwing away victory against Steffi Graf in 1993. Wimbledon champion Novotna dies after battle with cancer 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z That is serious tennis upheaval when you consider that Steffi Graf and Serena Williams each once held the top spot for 186 consecutive weeks. The Hard Part of Being No. 1 in Women’s Tennis Is Staying There 2017-10-19T04:00:00Z Opens, picking up an Olympic silver medal and becoming the first German number one since Steffi Graf. Tennis: Kerber consigns 2017 to the history books 2018-01-16T05:00:00Z People who have done really well in their sports: in tennis, Steffi Graf; in ice hockey, Wayne Gretzky. Ivan Lendl: ‘What keeps me awake at night? Bad hips’ 2017-07-15T04:00:00Z Her Australian Open victory in January gave her 23 Grand Slam titles, beating Steffi Graf’s prior open-era record of 22. Expecting Mom Serena Williams Says Tennis Maybe 'Skips a Generation' 2017-07-14T04:00:00Z She won the hearts of fans around the world when she burst into tears after throwing away victory against Steffi Graf in 1993. Wimbledon champion Novotna dies after battle with cancer 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z That would put her in the same company as Serena Williams and Steffi Graf, the only two players to achieve one of the toughest tasks in tennis in the last 20 years. Tennis: Ostapenko stays on course for momentous double 2017-07-07T04:00:00Z How about 1990, when the 16-year-old Monica Seles, armed with a pneumatic giggle and groundstrokes to match, beat Steffi Graf to win her first major and become the youngest French Open champion in history? French Open 2017: Muguruza v Schiavone, Djokovic, Nadal and more – day two live! 2017-05-29T04:00:00Z Serena Williams’ 23 Grand Slam singles titles are a record for the Open era, which began in 1968 — she broke a tie with Steffi Graf at this year’s Australian Open. Ex-tennis great avoids Qantas over same-sex marriage edict 2017-05-25T04:00:00Z Serena Williams’ 23 Grand Slam singles titles are a record for the Open era, which began in 1968 - she broke a tie with Steffi Graf at this year’s Australian Open. Ex-tennis great avoids Qantas over same-sex marriage edict 2017-05-25T04:00:00Z The same goes for the women's game, in which Steffi Graf's crunched drive -- struck in mid-air -- was a shot for the ages: not for nothing was her nickname 'Fraulein Forehand'. Mega-weapon fading as tennis broadens out? 2017-05-21T04:00:00Z In that world, she dueled Steffi Graf or Monica Seles, the superstars of the time, who would retire before Azarenka’s time. With Baby in Tow, Victoria Azarenka Returns to Tennis — and Her Roots 2017-04-25T04:00:00Z Her victory over older sister Venus Williams broke a tie with Steffi Graf for the most Grand Slam singles championships in the sport's modern era. Serena Williams confirms pregnancy 2017-04-19T04:00:00Z “Of course the record is there, and we definitely want to beat it, but there is a professional era, and the record was Steffi Graf.” At 74, Margaret Court Remains Outspoken on Her Prowess, and Values 2017-01-30T05:00:00Z The 35-year-old American secured her 23rd Grand Slam title at the Australian Open on Saturday, taking her past Steffi Graf in the all-time list of major winners in the professional era. Serena Williams picked as greatest female player of the Open era by BBC Sport users 2017-01-30T05:00:00Z Serena Williams defeated her sister Venus to capture her seventh title there, which was also her record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam singles title in the Open era, vaulting her past Steffi Graf. Donald Trump’s Orders, Refugees, Chinese New Year: Your Weekend Briefing 2017-01-29T05:00:00Z The 35-year-old American won her 23rd grand slam title on Saturday at the Australian Open, breaking the open-era record she held jointly with Germany’s Steffi Graf. Serena to play fewer tournaments to aid grand slam quest 2017-01-29T05:00:00Z She exceeded Steffi Graf’s 22, just as she had exceeded the 18 of both Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova and the nine of Monica Seles. Serena Williams stands alone atop modern tennis after winning Australian Open 2017-01-28T05:00:00Z Now she steps past Steffi Graf and into a spot in open-era history all her own, where she belongs. Australian Open: Serena Williams beats sister Venus for record 23rd slam title 2017-01-28T05:00:00Z Serena, 35, is targeting her 23rd major title to move past Steffi Graf for most in the Open era. Venus and Serena Williams create a new chapter in this remarkable family story 2017-01-27T05:00:00Z She lost to Steffi Graf in her 1999 Wimbledon semifinal match before the German player fell short in her bid to win her 23rd major title against Lindsay Davenport. Lucic-Baroni back in Grand Slam semi after 18-year wait 2017-01-24T05:00:00Z "Of course the record is here and we definitely want to beat it, but there was a professional era and the record was Steffi Graf." Serena to play fewer tournaments to aid grand slam quest 2017-01-29T05:00:00Z She went on to reach the semi-finals at Wimbledon the following year, losing to Steffi Graf. Australian Open 2017: Mirjana Lucic-Baroni beats Karolina Plisokva to reach semi-finals 2017-01-24T05:00:00Z If she wins a seventh Australian Open singles title, it would be her 23rd major championship overall, breaking a tie with Steffi Graf for most in the Open era. Serena Williams, Nadal, look to book Australian Open semis 2017-01-24T05:00:00Z With 22 Grand Slam singles titles, Williams remains tied with Steffi Graf for the most in the Open era. Serena Williams Downs Belinda Bencic in First Round of Australian Open 2017-01-17T05:00:00Z She becomes the first German to win the award since Steffi Graf claimed the last of her seven in 1996. Murray, Kerber named ITF players of the year 2016-12-13T05:00:00Z This year Williams is seeking her 23rd title in a major tournament, which would move her past Steffi Graf for the most in the Open era. Serena Williams Prevails in Opener, No Problem 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z There is no Grand Slam to tantalize her, but if she wins the Open, she will pass Steffi Graf with her 23rd major tournament victory, an Open era record. Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic Sit Atop U.S. Open Draw, With Injuries Sharing Spotlight 2016-08-26T04:00:00Z She is the first German woman to gain the top spot since Steffi Graf. Angelique Kerber wins U.S. Open women's title, her second major of the year 2016-09-10T04:00:00Z Serena Williams’ bid to make history ends again with a shocking loss in the semifinals, leaving her tied with Steffi Graf’s record of 23 majors — and Graf’s stay of 186 consecutive weeks at No. 1. 10 Things to Know for Today 2016-09-09T04:00:00Z Germany's Kerber will officially become her country's first number one since Steffi Graf in 1996 when the new rankings are released next week. US Open: Angelique Kerber says becoming number one 'sounds amazing' 2016-09-09T04:00:00Z She remains tied with Steffi Graf for both Grand Slam titles, and the WTA record of 186 weeks at the top of the rankings. US Open 2016: Serena Williams suffers shock loss to Karolina Pliskova 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z That would move her past Steffi Graf and leave her one shy of Margaret Court at the top of the all-time list. Williams wary of another semi-final slip-up 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z She pulled even with Steffi Graf by collecting her 22nd trophy at Wimbledon in July. Serena Williams overtakes Federer for most Slam match wins 2016-09-05T04:00:00Z Seeded No. 1, Williams is one trophy away from winning her 23rd Grand Slam singles title, which would break a tie with Steffi Graf for the most championships in the Open era. Serena Williams Sails Past Match Record in Grand Slam Tournament 2016-09-03T04:00:00Z Then, before playing in Indian Wells, in March, she spent a few days hitting with her compatriot Steffi Graf, who “got rid of my doubts,” though she is vague about what Graf said to her. The Mysterious Transformation of Angelique Kerber 2016-09-02T04:00:00Z Open and 23rd overall at majors, breaking Steffi Graf’s Open-era record in that category. In front of Beyonce, Serena Williams not happy with Open win 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z Serena is bidding for a 23rd Grand Slam singles title - that would break a tie with Steffi Graf for the most in the Open era, which dates to 1968. What to Watch at US Open: del Potro-Johnson; Venus, Serena 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z Open fortnight, tying the WTA record currently held by Steffi Graf. Williams sister act through to U.S. Open second round 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z The victory ended Williams’s quest for a calendar-year Grand Slam, which hadn’t been done since Steffi Graf won all four majors in 1988. U.S. Open: Surprise 2015 Finalist Roberta Vinci Reclaims Her Anonymity 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z Williams shares the record for most Grand Slam titles, at 22, with Steffi Graf. How Serena Williams transformed herself into the sport’s most efficient power player 2016-08-29T04:00:00Z Williams said the shoulder problems started in July just after winning Wimbledon, which was her 22nd Grand Slam singles title, tying the legendary Steffi Graf. U.S. Open can keep out the rain but can't escape the injuries 2016-08-28T04:00:00Z Williams is seeking her 23rd major title, which would break a tie with Steffi Graf for most in the Open era. The Latest: US teen Bellis back in US Open main draw 2016-08-26T04:00:00Z Key Statistic I: 22 - Number of Grand Slam singles titles won by Williams, sharing the professional-era record with Steffi Graf. The US Open at a glance 2016-08-25T04:00:00Z When Hernandez is bored, the people out there might actually be entertained because it means he’s likely to begin discussing his packing routine or why Monica Seles’s groundstrokes gave Steffi Graf trouble. The Baseball Announcers Who Love to Not Talk Baseball 2016-08-23T04:00:00Z Williams’s 7–5, 6–3 victory earned her her twenty-second major title, tying her with Steffi Graf for most in the Open era. Serena Williams, Andy Murray, and a Political Wimbledon 2016-07-11T04:00:00Z Serena Williams made history Saturday by winning the Wimbledon singles final and claiming her 22nd career Grand Slam victory, tying Steffi Graf for the most ever in women’s tennis. Serena Williams wins seventh Wimbledon, her 22nd major title 2016-07-09T04:00:00Z She is now tied with Steffi Graf for the most major titles in tennis’s Open era, which began in 1968. Serena Williams Makes History with Wimbledon Victory 2016-07-09T04:00:00Z Williams pulled even with Steffi Graf for the most major championships in the Open era, which began in 1968. Serena Williams Wins Wimbledon Final for 22nd Slam Title 2016-07-09T04:00:00Z There is a equal split between brown and blonde-haired female champions, with the number of fair-haired winners significantly boosted by Martina Navratilova and Steffi Graf. Wimbledon 2016: What makes the perfect champion at SW19? 2016-07-06T04:00:00Z Williams has won 21 Grand Slam singles titles, one fewer than Steffi Graf’s 22, the record since Open era tennis began in 1968. Welcome Guest Appears at Play on Wimbledon’s Middle Sunday 2016-07-03T04:00:00Z She remains one Grand Slam victory behind Steffi Graf, who won 22, the most since Open era tennis began in 1968. Djokovic’s Grand Slam Chances in Peril at Wimbledon 2016-07-01T04:00:00Z One more – next week at Wimbledon, say – would bring her level with Steffi Graf’s total, and only two short of Margaret Court’s all-time record of 24. Serena Williams: 'Not everyone’s going to like the way I look' 2016-06-28T04:00:00Z Defending champion Serena Williams remains the woman to beat as she chases a seventh Wimbledon and 22nd major title, which would draw her level with Steffi Graf in the all-time list. Wimbledon 2016: Novak Djokovic to open defence against James Ward 2016-06-26T04:00:00Z Williams is chasing Steffi Graf's record of 22 Grand Slam titles, but has suffered a series of shock defeats since chalking up her 21st at Wimbledon last year. Wimbledon 2016 - all you need to know 2016-06-25T04:00:00Z American veteran Williams gets another chance to match Steffi Graf's professional era benchmark at Wimbledon when the championships start next week, having proved uncharacteristically vulnerable when it matters. Stuck on 21, Serena aims to finish the job 2016-06-23T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf was the last woman to win the Grand Slam, in 1988. Laver would be happy if Djokovic wins tennis’ Grand Slam 2016-06-22T04:00:00Z Williams is still one major victory away from tying Steffi Graf for the most Slam wins in tennis history, 22. New Documentary Offers Rare Look At Serena Williams 2016-06-21T04:00:00Z After collecting four consecutive Grand Slam trophies through Wimbledon last year to raise her career count to 21, one short of Steffi Graf's Open-era record, Williams has stalled, losing in the semifinals at the U.S. What we learned at French Open: Djokovic rose to challenge 2016-06-06T04:00:00Z Williams is looking for her fourth Roland Garros singles title and her 22nd overall in grand slams, which would equal the record of Steffi Graf and place her two behind all-time record holder Margaret Court. Serena holds key to French Open final 2016-06-03T04:00:00Z There she will attempt to equal Steffi Graf's professional-era record of 22 grand slam singles titles. Serena outlasts gritty Bertens to reach French Open final 2016-06-03T04:00:00Z A title here would tie Steffi Graf for second place all time and for first place in the Open era. Get ready for a Freaky Friday at French Open, full of big names 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z With three more match wins here, Williams will capture her 22nd major tournament championship, and that would draw her even with Steffi Graf. Serena Williams Wins Again and Players and Coaches Seek Answers 2016-06-01T04:00:00Z Serena, who is seeking her 22nd major tournament title to tie Steffi Graf, won here last year for the third time. At French Open, Venus and Serena’s Sister Act Was Easy to Follow 2016-05-26T04:00:00Z Lucic-Baroni, 34, was back in the Strasbourg final 19 years after losing to Steffi Graf there. Off Disabled List, Red Sox’ Joe Kelly Flirts With No-Hitter 2016-05-22T04:00:00Z If she wins in Paris, she’ll tie Steffi Graf at 22 major titles, the most for a player in the Open era, which began in 1968. No Obvious Woman Favorite at the French Open 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z Date-Krumm will turn 46 in September, three months older than Steffi Graf, the former No. 1 player who beat her in the semifinals at Wimbledon in 1996. Kimiko Date-Krumm, Fixture at Grand Slams, Hopes for Another Return 2016-05-16T04:00:00Z Margaret Court won 24 majors, and Steffi Graf 22. Serena Williams defeats Madison Keys to win fourth Italian Open title 2016-05-15T04:00:00Z She recorded her first significant singles victory here in 1999, when she defeated Steffi Graf in three sets in the final. Williams sisters happy to be back together at Indian Wells 2016-03-10T05:00:00Z Among the monikers he’s credited with bestowing on star tennis players: “Fraulein Forehand” for Steffi Graf, and “Sisters Sledgehammer” for Venus and Serena Williams. Bud Collins, US voice of tennis in print and on TV, has died 2016-03-04T05:00:00Z Among the monikers he's credited with bestowing on star tennis players: "Fraulein Forehand" for Steffi Graf, and "Sisters Sledgehammer" for Venus and Serena Williams. Bud Collins, the tennis historian and American voice of the sport in print and on TV for decades, has died 2016-03-04T05:00:00Z Williams has won 21 Grand Slam singles titles, one fewer than Steffi Graf’s record of 22 in the Open era, which began in 1968. John Terry to Leave Chelsea at the End of Season 2016-01-31T05:00:00Z The 34-year-old Williams remains stuck at 21 Grand Slam singles titles, one fewer than Steffi Graf, who holds record for the most major singles titles in the Open era, which began in 1968. Angelique Kerber Defeats Serena Williams to Claim Australian Open Title 2016-01-30T05:00:00Z Angelique Kerber checked her phone and confirms she received a text message from Steffi Graf ahead of the Australian Open final against Serena Williams on Saturday. The Latest: American/Romanian duo advance in mixed doubles 2016-01-29T05:00:00Z Angelique Kerber will be playing in her first Grand Slam final on Saturday against Williams, who will be aiming for her 22nd major title, tying her with another German, Steffi Graf. Image of Asia: Williams, Kerber in Australian Open final 2016-01-28T05:00:00Z MELBOURNE, Australia — In 1999, a teenage Serena Williams tallied her first Tier I singles title at the Evert Cup in the California desert with a victory over Steffi Graf. Serena Williams Advances to Australian Open Final 2016-01-27T05:00:00Z Williams is now two victories from her 22nd Grand Slam singles title and a tie with Steffi Graf for the record in the Open era, which began in 1968. Serena Sweeps Past Sharapova in Straight Sets 2016-01-26T05:00:00Z At age 34, she is still one short of tying Steffi Graf for second place on the career list of major singles champions. Serena Williams Rolls Past Maria Sharapova at Australian Open 2016-01-25T05:00:00Z If she successfully defends her title, she will draw alongside Steffi Graf with 22 slam titles to lead the field in the Open era. Serena Williams rebuts injury doubts before Australian Open title defence 2016-01-16T05:00:00Z She had the opportunity last year to clinch the only feat missing from her resume and become the first female player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to capture a calendar grand slam at the U.S. Serena faces tricky ascent to seventh heaven 2016-01-15T05:00:00Z This year, body willing, it will again carry the winner of 21 Grand Slam titles to at least level Steffi Graf’s Open Era record of 22. Column: Want a glimpse of sports’ future in 2016? 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z In tennis terms, American Pharoah's quest would be like achieving a Steffi Graf Golden Slam. American Pharoah vs. Secretariat: Breeders' Cup Classic is legacy race 2015-09-23T04:00:00Z That stopped Williams’ 33-match winning streak in majors and her attempt to become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in a single season. Pennetta wins 1st Grand Slam title at US Open, won’t return 2015-09-12T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf of Germany, the most recent Grand Slam winner, in 1988, had an unusual distinction. Writings Offer Encyclopedic Insight on Winners of Grand Slams 2015-09-12T04:00:00Z She was also playing as much against historic figures like Althea Gibson and Arthur Ashe Jr. looking over her shoulder, and against Margaret Court and Steffi Graf, who represent mountains still to climb. Serena Williams Legacy Extends Beyond Grand Slam Bid 2015-09-12T04:00:00Z She had 21 major singles championships, one short of Steffi Graf’s record for the Open era, starting in 1968. Two Weeks in New York 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z History tells us Mary Pierce’s victory over Steffi Graf in the 1994 French Open left Paris stunned but not like this. Serena Williams’s grand slam dream ended by Roberta Vinci’s shock win 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z The last player to complete the Grand Slam, winning all four major singles titles in the same calendar year, was Steffi Graf in 1988. Roberta Vinci Ends Serena Williams’s Grand Slam Bid at U.S. Open 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z That would match the total of Germany's Steffi Graf, the last player - man or woman - to win all four Grand Slams in the same season, 27 years ago. Serena already best ever - McEnroe 2015-09-11T04:00:00Z Williams is trying to become the first tennis player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam singles titles - the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and U.S. The Latest on US Open: And thanks to rain, that’s a wrap 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z Williams is attempting to become the first female player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and US Open in a calendar year. US Open 2015: Serena Williams made to wait as semi-finals postponed 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z Williams is trying to become the first tennis player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam singles titles — the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and U.S. The Latest on US Open: Thanks to rain, that's a wrap for the day at Flushing Meadows 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z Related: Serena Williams pursues history as Don King and Steffi Graf lurk Blake was instead thrown to the ground by the plainclothes officer, who told him to roll on to his front. Former US No1 James Blake 'slammed to ground' by police in mistaken detention 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf was the last winner, taking all four major tournaments in 1988. How a tennis Grand Slam compares to other rare sports feats 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z With two more victories, she would become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam singles titles in the same year. Serena Williams Tops Venus at the U.S. Open 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z Open, she will become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam singles tournaments in a season. Why Serena Williams Rules: The Finger Roll Toss 2015-09-07T04:00:00Z If she goes on to win the title, she would be the first woman to win all four Grand Slam singles tournaments in a season since Steffi Graf in 1988. U.S. Open: Williams Sisters Set Up a Quarterfinal Meeting 2015-09-07T04:00:00Z The No. 1-ranked Williams is trying to become the first tennis player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in the same season. Serena Williams’ comeback extends Grand Slam try at US Open 2015-09-05T04:00:00Z She’s seeking to become the first player since Steffi Graf 27 years ago to take home all four of the titles in the same season. Latest on US Open: Nadal headed to 5th set against Fognini 2015-09-05T04:00:00Z If she adds the title at Flushing Meadows, she would be the first player since Steffi Graf 27 years ago to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in a season. Williams gets off to an easy start 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z Williams is trying to become the first player to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in a season since Steffi Graf in 1988. Latest on US Open: Nadal deals with dehydration, bad stomach 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z She needs to win only six more matches to become the sixth person to win a Grand Slam and the first since Steffi Graf in 1988. Easy Opener for Serena Williams as Opponent Quits 2015-08-31T04:00:00Z The 33-year-old American, with the 2015 Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon trophies already on her crowded mantle, will be gunning to complete the first season's sweep of the slams since Steffi Graf in 1988. U.S. Open leading men cheering for a Serena Grand Slam 2015-08-31T04:00:00Z Open has arrived at a fortunate time, with Williams trying to become the first player to win a Grand Slam in singles since Steffi Graf in 1988. Supplanting CBS and Tennis Channel, ESPN Empire Will Show All U.S. Open Matches 2015-08-30T04:00:00Z If she wins the Open, it would be her first calendar-year Grand Slam, an accomplishment last achieved by Steffi Graf in 1988. U.S. Open Stars Juggle Preparation With Publicity 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z The year’s last major tournament starts Monday, when Williams will seek to complete the first Grand Slam since Steffi Graf in 1988. Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic are US Open top seeds 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z Open would be your fifth and your first calendar-year Grand Slam — a feat last achieved by Steffi Graf in 1988, when you were just 6 years old. The Meaning of Serena Williams 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z Open trying to become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to pull off a calendar Grand Slam sweep. Weekend Sports In Brief 2015-08-24T04:00:00Z Open trying to win the first Grand Slam since Steffi Graf in 1988. Sharapova ready to return from break at Cincinnati 2015-08-17T04:00:00Z Serena Williams will be looking to complete the first Grand Slam since Steffi Graf in 1988 after she won the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon earlier this year. Former top-10 player Mardy Fish says US Open to be last tennis tournament of career 2015-07-22T04:00:00Z Open, which begins Aug. 31, she will be the first tennis player to win the Grand Slam since Steffi Graf did so in 1988. Serena Williams withdrawing from matches with Kastles, citing injury 2015-07-20T04:00:00Z Before winning a calendar-year Grand Slam and matching Steffi Graf’s record of 22 Slams, Serena would have to win seven matches and defend her U.S. The Meaning of Serena Williams 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z Open, which begins Aug. 31, she will be the first tennis player with a calendar-year Grand Slam since Steffi Graf in 1988. Serena Williams out of World TeamTennis 2015-07-20T04:00:00Z Serena, 33, is seeking to become the first woman since Steffi Graf in 1988 - and just the fourth ever - to win all four majors in the same year. Venus Williams says Serena has “big opportunity” 2015-07-14T04:00:00Z She will do so 27 years after Steffi Graf completed the last Grand Slam in the same cacophonous place. It’s Time to Appreciate Serena Williams’s Greatness 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z Serena Williams ends Wimbledon as the holder of all four grand slams and just one behind equalling Steffi Graf's Open Era record of 22. From dreads to Fed: Wimbledon A-Z 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z Looking at the numbers she’s almost there; her 21st grand slam title moved her to within one of Steffi Graf’s Open era record and three behind Margaret Court’s all-time mark. Wimbledon 2015 review: the best and worst of this year’s tournament 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z But afterwards she set her sights on defending her US Open title in September to complete a calendar year grand slam, which would be the first since Steffi Graf in 1988. Serena Williams says Wimbledon win has boosted her grand slam confidence 2015-07-11T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf, was the last woman to win all four majors in a year, in 1988. Serena Williams Wins Sixth Wimbledon Championship 2015-07-11T04:00:00Z His elegance and style of play reminds me of Steffi Graf. Is Federer set for his finest hour? 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z Open with a chance to become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four major trophies in one season. Serena Williams storms into semifinals with Grand Slam pursuit taking shape 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z If Williams does win her sixth Wimbledon title and defends her home championship in September, she will be the first player to do the calendar slam since Steffi Graf in 1988. Wimbledon 2015: Serena Williams too strong for Victoria Azarenka 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z The last woman to complete the Grand Slam in one year was Steffi Graf, back in 1988. Serena Williams, Madison Keys, And Coco Vandeweghe Driving Wimbledon Ticket Demand 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z He started playing competitively at age eight, occasionally practicing with Steffi Graf, and by 12 years old was concentrating almost wholly on the game. Boris Becker story to become TV film - BBC News 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z Open with a chance at the first true Grand Slam — four majors in a single season — since Steffi Graf in 1988. Serena Williams defeats sister Venus Williams to reach Wimbledon quarterfinals 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z Open in September, she will be the first player to win a single-season Grand Slam, male or female, since Steffi Graf in 1988. Venus vs. Serena: Once More, With Feeling 2015-07-05T04:00:00Z Whatever the case, Williams is two tournaments shy of winning all four majors in a single year, which hasn’t been done by a male or female player since Steffi Graf in 1988. SNYDER: Difficult to see why Paul Pierce would be a villain if he leaves Washington 2015-07-01T04:00:00Z Open with a chance to become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to win all four majors in a single season. Serena Williams starts slow in Wimbledon opener, still hangs on for victory 2015-06-29T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf, in 1988, was the last player to win the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and U.S. Serena Williams: ‘I don’t need a Grand Slam to define my career’ 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z Solvers often encounter the last names of Monica Seles, Chris Evert, Steffi Graf and Ivan Lendl, in addition to Ashe. Where Ott and Orr Are Most Valuable: 15 Across, or Maybe 7 Down 2015-05-22T04:00:00Z There are dresses and shorts — some dating back to 1890 — a lavish male tennis coat, autographed outfits by the likes of Steffi Graf and Williams, and a collection of tennis shoes. It's a winner: When tennis and fashion collide in Paris 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z There are dresses and shorts - some dating back to 1890 - a lavish male tennis coat, autographed outfits by the likes of Steffi Graf and Williams, and a collection of tennis shoes. It’s a winner: When tennis and fashion collide in Paris 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z The American becomes only the fourth woman after Martina Navratilova, Steffi Graf and Chris Evert to win the same WTA tournament at least eight times. Williams wins eighth Miami title 2015-04-04T04:00:00Z Her first was in 1999, when she beat Steffi Graf in the final. Serena Williams will end 14-year boycott and return to Indian Wells 2015-02-04T05:00:00Z My first big tournament win also happened there, when I beat Steffi Graf in the ’99 final. Serena Williams: I'm Returning to Indian Wells 2015-02-04T05:00:00Z At 33, the oldest Australian Open winner in the professional era, Williams left few in doubt that the pursuit of Steffi Graf's 22 titles and Margaret Court's 24 will continue. Serena continues mastery of Sharapova for magical 19th 2015-01-31T05:00:00Z She is now second only to Steffi Graf and her 22 singles titles on the list of major winners in the Open era. Serena Williams wins Australian Open for her 19th major title 2015-01-31T05:00:00Z She is now second only to Steffi Graf with 22 on the list of major winners in the Open era. Serena Williams wins Australian Open for her 19th major title 2015-01-31T05:00:00Z From there, she would have a genuine shot at reaching Steffi Graf's professional-era record of 22 titles. Williams bids to continue tyranny of Sharapova 2015-01-30T05:00:00Z She is now in position to win a 19th and move into a tie for third with Helen Wills Moody, behind Margaret Court with 24 and Steffi Graf with 22. Maria Sharapova vs. Serena Williams: A One-Sided Rivalry 2015-01-29T05:00:00Z She was given the same treatment again in that year's French Open final as her game disintegrated in defeat by Steffi Graf. How Melbourne made Amelie Mauresmo 2015-01-20T05:00:00Z A 19th would put Williams level with Helen Wills Moody and three behind Steffi Graf. Jittery Serena fends off plucky Belgian 2015-01-20T05:00:00Z Helen Wills Moody won 19 titles, while Germany's Steffi Graf won 22 and Australia's Margaret Court claimed 24 titles. Slow-starting Serena wants title 'more than anyone else' 2015-01-17T05:00:00Z The win gave the Czech team an unbeatable 3-0 lead over Germany who were making their first final appearance since Steffi Graf led them to the 1992 title. Kvitova seals Fed Cup for Czechs in thrilling match 2014-11-09T05:00:00Z Germany remain without a Fed Cup title since Steffi Graf led them to victory in 1992. Czechs beat Germany to win Fed Cup 2014-11-09T05:00:00Z In 2001, Agassi was again in contention, making the trip from the United States to Sydney shortly after the birth of his and Steffi Graf’s first child. Federer and Djokovic Battle for No.1 Ranking 2014-11-07T05:00:00Z For Williams, it was her third successive win in the WTA Finals, second only in prestige to the four grand slams, and her fifth overall, tied for second with Steffi Graf. Ruthless Williams avenges loss to Halep in WTA Finals 2014-10-27T04:00:00Z Having tied Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert by winning her 18th major, Williams was asked if her sights were already set on equaling the Open era record of 22 set by Steffi Graf. After 18th Slam, a Relieved Serena Williams Looks to No. 19 2014-09-08T04:00:00Z Overtaking Steffi Graf's Open Era record of 22 singles titles is not in her plans yet, however. 18th title means so much - Williams 2014-09-07T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf is the exclusive Open era leader with 22. Serena Williams Appears to Be in a Class by Herself 2014-09-07T04:00:00Z Moody, at number 19, is the next target but just ahead sits Steffi Graf on 22 and just ahead her is the great Margaret Court who tops the list with 24. Number 18 in the books, Williams targets next grand slam 2014-09-08T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf won 22 slams, but her remarkable resume should carry an informal asterisk. Why Serena Williams Is Now The Greatest American Tennis Player Ever 2014-09-07T04:00:00Z Remarkably, the last time she reached the final 16 at a Grand Slam tournament she beat Monica Seles on her way to the semi-finals, where she lost to Steffi Graf. Lucic-Baroni back in the big time 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z The Russian was 15 years and 93 days and it took the eventual champion Steffi Graf to stop her debut run in a slam in the fourth round. Andy Murray keen to cut short Matthias Bachinger’s fairytale at US Open 2014-08-27T04:00:00Z Kvitova hit rip-roaring winners left, right and centre to win the most one-sided final since Steffi Graf also dropped only three games against Monica Seles in 1992. Kvitova hands Bouchard royal thumping to win Wimbledon 2014-07-05T04:00:00Z The left-hander is bidding to become only the fourth multiple Wimbledon champion since 1990, following Steffi Graf and the Williams sisters. Kvitova and Bouchard set for final 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z Williams has now lost before the quarter-finals in all three of this year's slams and time appears to be running out on her bid to reach Steffi Graf's record haul of 22 major titles. Serena fizzles out, Nadal and Federer march on 2014-06-28T04:00:00Z Among those in attendance was German tennis great Steffi Graf. Kingman wins St James's Palace Stakes at Ascot 2014-06-17T04:00:00Z She will be the first reigning women’s singles champion not to defend her title since Steffi Graf in 1997. Marion Bartoli Has No Regrets Over Tennis Retirement 2014-05-30T04:00:00Z Agassi and Steffi Graf are the only other married couple in the Hall. Lindsay Davenport Elected to Tennis Hall of Fame 2014-03-03T18:27:19Z Agassi, who is married to Steffi Graf and has two young children, is not discounting moving into coaching in the future once he has an "empty nest" at home. Agassi would like to solve Isner riddle, but in no rush to become a coach 2014-03-03T18:52:56Z Australia's Margaret Court holds the overall record of 24 grand slam singles titles, while Germany's Steffi Graf won 22 titles in the Open era. Serena should surpass 20 grand slam titles: Navratilova 2014-01-07T09:10:36Z In 2001, Steffi Graf married the tennis star Andre Agassi, whose own father, Mike, had rigged up a machine to shoot tennis balls at him at 110 miles per hour when he was 7. Peter Graf, Volatile Father of Tennis Great, Dies at 75 2013-12-04T03:35:03Z But when Serena Williams was asked if she learned from watching the icons like Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, and Steffi Graf, she said, “I don’t think so.” Straight Sets: Watching Tennis Can Improve the Games of Pros and Amateurs 2013-09-09T17:30:06Z “People like Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova and Steffi Graf, they are just, to me, the ultimate icons in the history of women’s tennis.” Serena Williams, Victoria Azarenka clash in U.S. Open women’s final 2013-09-07T21:16:00Z With Williams winning four of the past six majors, and proving herself at the peak of her powers, suddenly the Open Era record of 22 held by Steffi Graf seems within her grasp, as well. Serena Williams outlasts Victoria Azarenka to claim U.S. Open women’s title 2013-09-09T01:27:00Z She cited Evert, Navratilova and Steffi Graf as "ultimate icons." Happy Birthday From Serena Williams 2013-09-05T02:00:22Z Steffi Graf announced the death on her website. Peter Graf, Volatile Father of Tennis Great, Dies at 75 2013-12-04T03:35:03Z Steffi Graf and Navratilova and those players were unbelievable over five sets, and in great shape. Straight Sets: Conversations With Andy Murray: Appreciating the Women’s Game 2013-09-02T17:41:35Z As proof that such a tactic could pay off against an excellent serve, Shriver pointed to a loss Steffi Graf had at the year-end championships in 1988. Straight Sets: Against Williams, Challenge Begins With the Serve 2013-09-01T17:17:38Z In 1999, Steffi Graf announced on court after winning the French Open that she would not be playing in Paris again, but she went on to play at Wimbledon before retiring later that season. On Tennis: End of the Road Comes Early for Marion Bartoli 2013-08-15T12:15:42Z Adding their gold medal at the London Olympics last August, the brothers are en route to a 12 months unmatched since Steffi Graf won all four Grand Slams and Olympic gold in 1998. Straight Sets: Bryan Twins Head Into Final on a Roll 2013-07-04T21:20:04Z “I look up to his seat between every game for inspiration,” Steffi Graf said in a 1990 interview with The Sydney Morning Herald. Peter Graf, Volatile Father of Tennis Great, Dies at 75 2013-12-04T03:35:03Z Lisicki also was motivated by a text message she said she received before Thursday's match from the last German woman to play in a Grand Slam final, back in 1999, Steffi Graf. No. 15 Bartoli, No. 23 Lisicki in Wimbledon final 2013-07-04T20:34:10Z Some fans still don’t want to hear anything about a woman having a better one than Steffi Graf, who hit her last tour-level winner before the turn of the century. Straight Sets: Against Williams, Challenge Begins With the Serve 2013-09-01T17:17:38Z Not since the heydays of Steffi Graf and Martina Navratilova has anyone been such a strong favorite to take home the title here. Straight Sets: Dimitrov Is Surprise Among Betting Favorites for Wimbledon 2013-06-24T10:32:34Z Steffi Graf was 22-9, and the Australian Margaret Court was a remarkable 24-5 in a career that spanned the amateur and Open eras. Straight Sets: An Era of Greatness, but No Grand Slams 2013-06-11T01:45:54Z Openly distressed after that scandal broke, Steffi Graf was eliminated from the three remaining Grand Slam tournaments after winning three the previous year. Peter Graf, Volatile Father of Tennis Great, Dies at 75 2013-12-04T03:35:03Z At the French Open final in 1990, her first Grand Slam title, Seles all but laughed in the face of Steffi Graf's slice backhands. The Joy of Six: Lefties 2013-03-29T12:28:47Z Williams is trying to break the tournament record of five titles she shares with Steffi Graf. Serena Williams advances at Key Biscayne 2013-03-21T21:38:09Z Monica Seles and Steffi Graf got this far in the tournament giving up eight games. Australian Open diary 2013: Melbourne is in much need of Rafael Nadal 2013-01-20T11:06:11Z At the 1989 Australian Open, eventual champion Steffi Graf lost eight games en route to the quarterfinals, the previous best mark for fewest games lost through four rounds, a record later equaled by Monica Seles. Sharapova into Australian Open quarterfinals 2013-01-20T05:50:08Z Monica Seles beat me when she was 15, and then Steffi Graf beat me when she was 15. Australian Open: New Generation of Women Already Leaving Their Mark 2013-01-16T12:17:19Z The arrival of Steffi Graf and Monica Seles balanced affairs but Lindsay Davenport and Jennifer Capriati each won grand slams before the emergence of the Williams sisters. Improving American women making up for men's decline 2013-01-15T12:11:43Z Steffi Graf ranks second with 22 titles, followed by Helen Wills Moody with 19; Evert and her friendly rival Martina Navratilova with 18 and then Williams with 15. Special Report: Australian Open: 'Big Four' Still Missing a Vital Element: Nadal 2013-01-11T12:20:04Z Open women's final was forced to three sets, when Steffi Graf defeated Monica Seles in 1995. Serena Williams wins U.S. Open final | Tennis 2012-09-10T04:23:27Z In 1996, with the women’s final moved back to Sunday, Steffi Graf barely outlasted Monica Seles before a vicious gale lashed the center. Sports of The Times: U.S. Open Tennis Will Scrap the Super Saturday Model 2012-09-08T16:26:50Z Former champions Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf run a charity There are some well-trodden choices - starting your own tennis academy, becoming a coach, or having your own clothing franchise or sporting equipment bearing your name. Andy Roddick: Game, set and goodbye 2012-09-05T22:05:13Z It was Martina Navratilova, trying to rouse her forever friend and career measuring stick to a proper burial, on Centre Court, against Steffi Graf. On Tennis: Andy Roddick Retires on His Own Terms – Harvey Araton 2012-08-31T20:05:32Z Tuesday marked the 28th anniversary that Steffi Graf lost in the first round here. First-Round Losers Are Anything but Lucky at the U.S. Open 2012-08-29T01:31:38Z When she started on the WTA Tour, players like Steffi Graf and Monica Seles left her in awe. 2012 U.S. Open Will Be Last for Kim Clijsters 2012-08-27T05:18:31Z Wozniacki was trying to join Martina Navratilova, Steffi Graf and Chris Evert as the only players to win five consecutive championships at the same tournament. Caroline Wozniacki’s New Haven Streak Ends 2012-08-25T04:30:10Z Most of the seriously wealthy tennis players form charitable foundations and, like Andre Agassi and his wife Steffi Graf, they devote much of their time to a hands-on approach now their tennis days are over. Andy Roddick: Game, set and goodbye 2012-09-05T22:05:13Z She joined Steffi Graf as the only women to complete the Golden Slam—winning the Olympics and the four majors. Williams Sisters Defend Olympic Doubles Gold 2012-08-05T21:32:39Z I always thought the one person I wouldn't be mentioned in the same breath as was Steffi Graf. Tennis: U.S. has golden day as Serena, Bryans win 2012-08-04T21:09:41Z For me, also playing in front of someone like Agassi as well and Steffi Graf. Wimbledon 2012 men's final: the Royal Box line-up 2012-07-08T12:38:11Z She secured victory when a disappointing Kerber - hoping to become Germany's first women's finalist since Steffi Graf 13 years ago - followed a wayward forehand with a backhand into the tramlines. Williams & Radwanska reach final 2012-07-05T16:35:17Z Neither did Steffi Graf, Martina Navratilova or , who did not even knew it existed until her hitting partner, Sasha Bajin, told her Saturday. Wimbledon 2012 — Forehands (Winners), Backhands (Winners) and Aces in Shvedova’s Golden Set 2012-06-30T19:27:29Z Twenty years ago this spring, Monica Seles and Steffi Graf played a classic final on Center Court at Roland Garros, full of cutting-edge baseline power and suspense. Special Report: French Open: For Bartoli, There's No Game Without Ties That Bind 2012-05-25T21:02:24Z The last Belarusian woman to play in a major singles final was Natasha Zvereva at the 1988 French Open, and she did not win a game against Steffi Graf of Germany. Victoria Azarenka wins Australian Open for first major title | Tennis 2012-01-29T02:54:04Z But that seemed to matter little, as she carried around the trophy engraved with the names of previous women’s champions, including both her idol, Steffi Graf, and the player she defeated, Williams. Williams Fined $2,000 for Outburst, but Avoids Harsher Punishment 2011-09-13T00:19:36Z The incomparable Steffi Graf managed to win a Slam as defending champion of the previous Slam a record 10 times. Straight Sets: Kvitova's Loss Worse Than Advertised 2011-08-30T17:13:16Z Events including a food and wine festival and a “high tea” with former tennis star Steffi Graf will be held during the tournament. Yale steps in to take lead role in sponsoring WTA Tour stop in Connecticut 2011-08-21T17:49:33Z Agassi joins wife Steffi Graf, who was inducted into the Hall in 2004, and dozens of men with handlebar mustaches who would, frankly, be shocked at his inclusion among them. Images are everything: Andre Agassi brings colors and life to tennis? traditional Hall of Fame 2011-07-09T00:16:49Z She is the first German woman to reach the Wimbledon semifinals since Steffi Graf in 1999. Maria Sharapova rolls into Wimbledon semifinal round | Tennis 2011-06-29T04:32:03Z She is the first German to reach the women’s semifinals since Steffi Graf in 1999. Unseeded Lisicki Upsets Bartoli to Reach Semifinals 2011-06-28T15:27:12Z "I was a little more consistent, and I played my game more," said Williams, trying to become the first woman since Steffi Graf in 1991-93 to win three consecutive Wimbledon titles. Serena Williams leads parade of past champions into Wimbledon's fourth round | Tennis 2011-06-26T01:14:03Z Despite the long layoff, the seventh-seeded American is trying to become the first woman since Steffi Graf in 1991-93 to win three consecutive titles at the All England Club. Serena Williams earns 1st 2-set win of comeback 2011-06-25T15:38:08Z She then lost to eventual champion Steffi Graf in three sets in the last of her three appearances in the semifinals of a Grand Slam. Serena Williams wins in return to Wimbledon 2011-06-21T14:14:09Z Schiavone will look to a picture of Monica Seles and Steffi Graf for her inspiration. Li bids for Asian breakthrough in Paris final 2011-06-04T02:12:07Z Steffi Graf,”’ Görges said of her teen years. After Long Dry Spell, a German Revival 2011-05-25T20:04:35Z His wife, retired tennis player Steffi Graf, is a 2004 Hall of Fame inductee. Andre Agassi gets nod for Hall of Fame induction 2011-01-21T16:33:44Z Still, I rate Steffi Graf as the greatest woman tennis player of all time. Breaking down who is the best women's tennis player ever 2010-09-02T04:00:00Z Steffi Graf won her 22nd and final major a week before her 30th birthday. Is This Venus Williams?s Last Call? 2010-09-03T16:00:00Z Agassi, who also captured a gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, is married to Steffi Graf, a retired tennis player and 2004 Hall of Fame inductee, with whom he has two children. Agassi nominated for International Tennis Hall of Fame 2010-09-01T18:40:00Z But none deserve mention in the same sentence as Steffi Graf and the Williams sisters. Ready for Her Title 2010-08-27T00:37:00Z "Steffi Graf and Monica Seles were my favourites, without a doubt," says the 26-year-old from Brisbane. Samantha Stosur primed to repeat Roland Garros experience at Wimbledon 2010-06-19T23:06:00Z Last winter she hired Steffi Graf's old coach, Heinz Gunthardt, and said she has since made progress. Roddick Reaches 3rd Round at Roland Garros 2010-05-27T19:57:00Z Three women have won true Grand Slams; the most recent was Steffi Graf in 1988. Grand Slam no slam dunk; does Federer have shot? 2010-05-15T04:54:00Z In a statement, issued through AARP, she cited her toughest tennis opponents – Chris Evert, Steffi Graf, Monica Seles and, in doubles, the Williams sisters – but said battling cancer had been tougher. Navratilova says cancer is her '9/11' 2010-04-07T17:59:00Z |
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