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Wimbledon Tennis 2019 Women's Final: Serena Williams vs Simona Halep Predictions

Rob Blanchette

Serena Williams and Simona Halep are deservedly the last two left in the women's draw at Wimbledon 2019.

The American was a force of nature during her straight-sets win over Barbora Strycova in the semi-finals, and Halep was equally as impressive in her last-four victory against Elina Svitolina.

The pair will meet in Saturday's championship match, with Williams playing her 11th final on Centre Court looking for her eighth championship victory at the All England Club.

Williams has the opportunity to equal Margaret Court's record of 24 Grand Slam titles if she defeats Halep.

                    

Women's Final Predictions

There are many players on the circuit who could match Williams in terms of power, but the United States legend will face a battle of wits against Halep.

Halep is one of the most intelligent players in the game, but she will need to be at her highest level just to stay in the contest against Williams.

Williams is on the brink of history. At 37 years old, there appears to be no end to her quality and winning prowess despite her advancing years.

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If Williams equals Court's overall record of Grand Slam titles on Saturday, tennis fans will believe she will go on and make the outright accolade her own.

Despite only being the No. 11 seed, Williams is playing more like a world No. 1 in the ascendancy.

However, in terms of this year's competition, Halep is perfectly matched to challenge Williams.

Halep has previously struggled to perform on grass, but she has adapted her game in her search for success.

The No. 7 seed has appeared unflustered at Wimbledon and has quickly thought her way out of tricky situations in matches.

The Romanian has extra gears to move through, and the 2018 French Open winner can capitalise on any weakness revealed by Williams.

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Williams is aware she will face the toughest encounter of her tournament against the 27-year-old.

The American should beat anyone playing at her current level, but she will not have it all her own way on Saturday.

                                  

Prediction: Williams wins in three sets.

   

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