Intriguing Italians: 7 interesting facts about the US Open 2015 women's singles final
She was the last person expected to derail the Serena Calendar Grand Slam, but the diminutive Roberta Vinci stunned the three-time defending champion to reach the first Major final of her career. In the final, she will face compatriot and fellow first-timer Flavia Pennetta, who ousted another favourite Simona Halep.The two women took out favourites World No. 1 Serena Williams and World No. 2 Simona Halep to set up an unexpected summit clash in the final Grand Slam of the year. The former World Number 11 and Number 10 will face off for one of the most coveted titles in tennis. Here are some interesting facts on Saturday’s finals
#7 Player to appear in most Grand Slams before winning one: Vinci or Pennetta?
In 2013, Marion Bartoli broke Jana Novotna’s record of participating in the most number of Grand Slam tournaments before winning a title (at 45) by taking the number to 47. Saturday’s winner will take the number even further. This will be Roberta Vinci’s 55th appearance at a Grand Slam event while it will be the 52nd for Flavia Pennetta.