Wimbledon: Simona Halep plays ‘best match’ of her life as she stuns Serena Williams in straight sets to lift the crown

Serena Williams’ quest for her first Grand Slam since becoming a mor continued as Simona Halep beat her in straight sets in Wimbledon final on Sunday. Romanian didn’t allow veteran to settle at all at All England Club to win her first Wimbledon title and second Grand Slam after 2018 French Open by beating American 6-2, 6-2. 27-year-old stated that she h never played a better match as she stunned  23-time-Grand Slam winner. 

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After clinching match, Halep was asked if she h ever played a better match than this, she replied, “I've never played a better match than that. It was best match, and Serena really inspires us, so thank you.” 

Halep disagreed on t showing any nerves with her convincing display, “I h nerves. My stomach h nerves. But re's place for nerves when match begins. I'll never forget this day. My mom told me if I have to do something in Tennis n I have to win Wimbledon. So thanks Mum.” 

She ded, “At start, I told people in locker room, that if I win n I'll get membership (at All-England Lawn Tennis club) for life, and so that was one of my motivations.” 

This is Halep’s first final at Wimbledon and semifinal in 2015 was her previous best performance. Naturally, Grass isn’t her favourite surface, however, she said, “ I've worked a lot to improve my game. It's hard to run a lot on grass, and I love to run. But it was an amazing year, and I can't wait to come back.” 

2-time-Grand Slam winner also thanked her team for making her a better person on court and also thanked her country. She ded, “To my fans and family, thanks for all support.” 

Even Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton and Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle caught action at All England Club. When told about Royal Family members' presence, Halep exulted, “Thanks for coming everyone from royal family, it's been an hour to play here.” 

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Meanwhile, Serena lauded her opponent, “She really played out of her mind, congratulations to her. I keep trying and enjoying sport, it's been really fun. My team is amazing, thanks for all support, I love you all.”