Australian Open Champions

Maria Sharapova of Russia captured the title of Australian Open Women's Singles Champion by defeating Ana Ivanovic of Serbia in the finals 7-5, 6-3. Sharapova went through the tournament like a hot knife through butter, not losing a set in capturing this, her third Grand Slam singles title.

Both women showed shakiness in brief unforced-error or double-fault streaks. But both also showed the ability to get hold of themselves before the problem did major damage to their effort. Knowing that they can do so should be a great confidence booster to both women.

Sharapova clearly dominated, winning 70 of 120 points.

Men's Doubles Titlists: Jonathan Erlich and Andy Ram of Israel, who defeated Arnaud Clement and Michael Llodra of France in the final 7-5, 6-4.


Llodra and Clement narrowly escaped two consecutive service breaks at the start of the match when rain forced a delay with Clement serving at 15-40.

Women's Doubles Titlists: Alona and Kateryna Bondarenk of Ukraine, who defeated Victoria Azarenk of Belarus and Shahar Peer of Israel 2-6, 6-1, 6-4.

Men's Singles Titlist and Mixed Doubles Titlists are yet to be decided.

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