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Wimbledon: Greatest Singles Finals

5. Sharapova Beats Williams, July 3, 2004

5. Sharapova Beats Williams, July 3, 2004

Defending champion Serena Williams focuses during her final match against 13-seed Maria Sharapova. Williams was seeking a third consecutive Wimbledon title, but lost to the Russian in straight sets, 1-6, 4-6.

In this photo: Serena Williams

Photo: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images

Jul 03, 2004