Serena Williams: Bio

The dominant American has won 17 Grand Slam titles, including five in Australia, to be one of the most successful women`s players ever

Melbourne: The dominant American has won 17 Grand Slam titles, including five in Australia, to be one of the most successful women`s players ever and she heads to Melbourne Park as the clear favourite. Williams started her season by winning the Brisbane International, continuing her form of 2013 when she claimed 11 titles.
World ranking: 1 Birthdate: September 26, 1981 Birthplace: Saginaw, Michigan, USA Residence: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA Height: 5ft 9in (1.75m) Weight: 155lbs (70kg) Plays: Right-handed Turned pro: 1995 Coach: Richard Williams/Patrick Mouratoglou Career titles: 58 Grand Slam singles titles: 17 Career prize money: $54,380,151 Best Australian Open result: Champion (2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010)