Serena Williams defeating 21-year-old Garbine Muguruza in straight sets 6-4, 6-4 in Wimbledon final 2015
Speaking after her win today, Williams, who last won Wimbledon in 2012, said it felt 'so good' to have the trophy back in her hands.
'It feels so good, it's been a little while and you really appreciate it. I have to give strength to God for today.'
The winning point game in the second set with Williams leading five games to Muguruza's four. The crowd's reaction was delayed with even Williams unsure whether she had won the point.
'It feels so good, it's been a little while and you really appreciate it. I have to give strength to God for today.'
The winning point game in the second set with Williams leading five games to Muguruza's four. The crowd's reaction was delayed with even Williams unsure whether she had won the point.
'I didn't even know it was over,' the champion continued. Turning her head to her opponent who is 12 years her junior, Williams continued: 'Congratulations, please don't be sad.
'You'll be holding this trophy very, very soon, believe me.
'I'm just happy it was such a great match. Thank you to everyone for in my box for always coming out and supporting me, I couldn't have done this without you thank you so much,
'I can't believe I'm standing here with another Serena Slam.'
Addressing the Centre Court crowd she added: 'I love you, thank you so much. (You are) such a good crowd. It's been a pleasure to give so many years to this unbelievable stadium so thank you.
'You'll be holding this trophy very, very soon, believe me.
'I'm just happy it was such a great match. Thank you to everyone for in my box for always coming out and supporting me, I couldn't have done this without you thank you so much,
'I can't believe I'm standing here with another Serena Slam.'
Addressing the Centre Court crowd she added: 'I love you, thank you so much. (You are) such a good crowd. It's been a pleasure to give so many years to this unbelievable stadium so thank you.
'I'm having so much fun out here, I never dreamed I'd be out here still and winning. Everyday is a pleasure and a joy for me and winning Wimbledon... oh my gosh!'
Meanwhile Muguruza struggled to hold back tears as she received her runner-up trophy.
'I enjoyed it a lot, I cannot talk,' the 21-year-old said through a laugh.
'I don't have the words to say how I feel. I am very proud and happy to be here and playing in front of you, this amazing crowd.'
Meanwhile Muguruza struggled to hold back tears as she received her runner-up trophy.
'I enjoyed it a lot, I cannot talk,' the 21-year-old said through a laugh.
'I don't have the words to say how I feel. I am very proud and happy to be here and playing in front of you, this amazing crowd.'
Joking about her relative inexperience on grass, she joked: 'In Spain we don't have that much grass but I'm going to change things now.
'I loved playing the big courts and a Grand Slam final for me is a dream come true.
'I want to say congratulations to Serena, she's still showing us that she's world number one.' She received roaring applause from the Centre Court crowd after her gracious speech.
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