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Steffi Graf pictured. Steffi Graf beats current 6 times defending champion
Steffi Graf pictured.
Steffi Graf beats current 6 times defending champion Martina Navratilova, to win the Wimbledon Ladies Singles Final on 2nd July 1988.
After Graf took a 5-3 lead in the first set, Navratilova won six straight games allowing her to win the first set and take a 2-0 lead in the second set. Graf then came back winning 12 of the next 13 games and the match.
Steffi Grafs first of 7 Wimbledon singles title wins.
1988, 1989, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1995, 1996
Picture taken 2nd July 1988
Alan Olley and Tony Ward
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Steffi Graf's Triumph - A Historic Wimbledon Victory
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. In this photo print, the legendary Steffi Graf is captured in action during her remarkable triumph at the Wimbledon Ladies Singles Final on July 2nd, 1988. The image showcases a defining moment as Graf defeats the reigning six-time defending champion, Martina Navratilova. The match was an intense battle of skill and determination. After initially trailing behind with a score of 5-3 in the first set, Navratilova staged an impressive comeback to win six consecutive games and claim the first set. She then took a commanding lead of 2-0 in the second set. However, displaying her unwavering resilience and unmatched talent, Graf rallied back with astonishing prowess. Graf's exceptional performance saw her dominate the court by winning an astounding twelve out of thirteen games following that setback. This victory marked not only her first but also paved the way for seven subsequent Wimbledon singles title wins throughout her illustrious career. Alan Olley and Tony Ward have perfectly encapsulated this historic sporting moment through their expert photography skills. Their snapshot freezes time to immortalize Graf's triumphant expression as she clinches victory against one of tennis' greatest champions. This photograph serves as a testament to Steffi Graf's indomitable spirit and unrivaled mastery on grass courts—a true icon who left an indelible mark on women's tennis history.
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