Wimbledon, England – Justine Henin took advantage of an injured Serena Williams at Wimbledon today, advancing to the semifinals with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 win over the two-time champion.
Although Williams managed to win the middle set, Henin’s variety of shots kept the American moving. On Monday, Williams collapsed on the court with a strained left calf during her fourth-round win, and she played against Henin with her leg taped.
She also had her left wrist and thumb taped.
The top-ranked Henin first served for the match at 5-1 in the third set, but several unforced errors and a rejuvenated Williams briefly extended the match.
Henin, trying to complete a career Grand Slam by winning at the All England Club, also beat Williams in the quarterfinals at the French Open this year. She went on to win her fourth title at Roland Garros.
Henin will face No. 18 Marion Bartoli in the semifinals. The 22-year-old Bartoli beat No. 31 Michaella Krajicek, the younger sister of 1996 Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2.
