Ash Barty beats Danielle Collins to win Australian Open title

An imperious Ashleigh Barty became the first Australian to win her home Grand Slam in 44 years Saturday, halting the charge of fearless American Danielle Collins in straight sets.

Published January 29,2022

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Ash Barty beat American Danielle Collins 6-3 7-6(2) to win her first Australian Open title on Saturday.

World number one Barty's victory ended Australia's 44-year wait for a home winner since Chris O'Neil won the women's title in 1978.