Serena Williams returns to Indian Wells 14 years after racist abuse

    Updated 1226 GMT (2026 HKT) February 5, 2015

    Serena Williams poses with the Daphne Akhurst trophy after beating Maria Sharapova in the Australian Open final.
    Photos: Williams beats Sharapova in Aussie final
    Williams beats Sharapova in Aussie final – Serena Williams poses with the Daphne Akhurst trophy after beating Maria Sharapova in the Australian Open final.
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    The two haven't always seen eye to eye but there was a warm handshake after the gripping 6-3 7-6 (5) affair.
    Photos: Williams beats Sharapova in Aussie final
    Williams beats Sharapova in Aussie final – The two haven't always seen eye to eye but there was a warm handshake after the gripping 6-3 7-6 (5) affair.
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