Serena Williams Defeats Maria Sharapova for 19th Straight Time<br />.<br />Williams beat Sharapova in <br />straight sets, 6-1, 6-1.<br />.<br />It was Williams' first U.S. Open match since <br />losing to Naomi Osaka in last year's final.<br />.<br />Williams now leads the head-to-head series with Sharapova 20-2.<br />.<br />Every time I come up against <br />her, I just bring out some <br />of my best tennis.<br />, Serena Williams, via statement.<br />The match lasted only 59 minutes, and <br />Williams won twice as many points, 56-28.<br />.<br />I always said her ball somehow lands in my strike zone. I don't know. It's just perfect for me.<br />, Serena Williams, via statement.<br />Williams, who has been dealing with back spasms, <br />is seeking her seventh U.S. Open title.<br />.<br />The body's good. I feel good. My back's a lot better. So I'm excited. This is going to be fun.<br />, Serena Williams, via statement
