Serena Williams advances in Australia Open

Serena Williams reacts during her third round match against Russia's Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Andy Brownbill)

MELBOURNE, Australia — Serena Williams overcame erratic strokes and two set points to beat Anastasia Potapova 7-6 (5), 6-2 Friday and reach the fourth round at the Australian Open.

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