Serena Williams stunned by Elena Rybakina at French Open

By John Sinnott

Serena William was surprisingly beaten by Elena Rybakina in two sets as the 39-year-old American exited the French Open at the last-16 stage on Sunday.

Williams’ defeat means her quest to equal Margaret Court’s record of 24 grand slams continues.

The American, who lost 6-3 7-5 to Rybakina, hasn’t made it past the fourth round on the clay at Roland Garros since 2016.

She will now turn her attention to Wimbledon — the third grand slam of the season — which is played on grass and starts on June 28.

“I’m kind of excited to switch surfaces, but historically I have done pretty well on grass,” said Williams, who is a seven-time Wimbledon singles champion.

“I have done pretty well on clay too. Just not this particular season.”

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