By Daily Sports on July 16, 2017
Muguruza said it was "amazing" to beat "role model" Venus Williams to win her first Wimbledon final.
The 23-year-old Spaniard, who had failed to reach a final in the 23 tournaments since she won the French Open last year, defeated five-time champion Williams 7-5 6-0.
Muguruza was beaten by the American's sister Serena in the 2015 final.
"I didn't want to lose this time because I know the difference. I'm so happy," she said.
"I'm happy that once again I see myself winning a Grand Slam, something that is so hard to do.
"It means a lot of confidence."
Speaking on court after the match, Muguruza said of Williams: "She's such an incredible player. I grew up watching her play.
"As the crowd laughed, she turned to the 37-year-old American and added: "Sorry!"
Later, she said: "I was so excited to go there and win especially over someone like a role model."
'I feel incredible to be able to play Venus here'The first set of Saturday's final was a tight affair and would have gone the way of Williams had she converted one of her two break points at 5-4.
•Photo shows Garbine Muguruza.
Source Daily Sports
Posted July 16, 2017
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