Google Image/L.A. Times photo “I’m so excited!” Serena Williams gushed after winning the women’s singles title at the U.S. Open yesterday. She is probably still celebrating today. This is the third U.S. Open and ninth Grand Slam title for Serena. In heart-stopping play with thrilling strokes and expert swings, Serena beat Jelena Jankovic 6-4, 7-5, in New York’s Arthur Ashe stadium. Serena jumped for joy and whooped it up at the end of the match. Some of that jubilance may be due to the $1.5 million check that goes along with the U.S. Open win. ... Read More →
