Calm and steady wins the day for classy Kerber

German denies Serena fairytale Wimbledon title

LONDON - Angelique Kerber was not about to be overwhelmed by the setting or the stakes in this Wimbledon final. She knew exactly what to expect - and what to do - against Serena Williams.

Two years after losing to Williams with a title on the line on Centre Court, Kerber came through. So steady, so patient, so accurate throughout, she never really gave Williams much of a chance this time, putting together a 6-3, 6-3 victory on Saturday for her first championship at the All England Club and third major overall.