Serena defeats Sharapova in Charleston (AP) Serena Williams has advanced to the semifinals of the Family Circle Cup, defeating Maria Sharapova 7-5, 4-6, 6-1 in the first match between the two on clay. Williams continued her recent domination over Sharapova. She has defeated her in four consecutive matches going back to 2005 and is 5-2 all-time against Sharapova. Publish Date: Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:23:33 PDT Read more...