MELBOURNE, Australia - Venus Williams spotted Francesca Schiavone a set on Monday before settling into a rhythm and advancing to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, 3-6, 6-2, 6-1. This Grand Slam tournament always vexed Williams, especially of late. She reached the semifinals in 2001 and her best finish was in 2003, when she lost in the final to her sister Serena. Last year, Williams lost in the second round. She will next meet Li Na of China, who upset fourth-seeded Caroline Wozniacki of...
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