Williams to meet Clijsters for spot in final, after both players get easy wins

Kim Clijsters and Serena Williams will clash in the semifinals for a spot in the final of the last Grand Slam of the year, as Clijsters ousted Li Na in straight sets, and Williams got past Flavia Pennetta also in straight sets.

Clijsters was first to advance, easily defeating her 18th seeded opponent with a score of 62 64.

"In that second set it got closer, but I was able to finish it off," Clijsters said. "I have a really good feeling about the way I stayed focused after the Venus match. Everything that was going on around me, so much more attention - that's something I've learned from the past, that experience I have when I've beaten big players, not to get carried away. You have to refocus on your next match."

Serena had a tougher opponent on the other side, but managed to win to the 10th seeded Italian with a score of 64 63.

"It was a totally different match for me. She's a really consistent player and it was interesting," said Williams, who had a +3 differential - 22 winners to 19 errors - even though she was playing one of the fastest players out there.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Singles - Quarterfinals

(2) Serena Williams (USA) d. (10) Flavia Pennetta (ITA) 64 63

(WC) Kim Clijsters (BEL) d. (18) Li Na (CHN) 62 64