Serena Williams beats Lucie Safarova to claim 20th Grand Slam title.Williams, the world No 1 showed her mettle to hold off a late Safarova fightback and win 6-3 6-7 (2-7) 6-2.
"It was a very complicated match," Serena Williams said.
"Lucie was a magnificent opponent for me, she was very aggressive.
"I was a set up and a break and I got nervous but I came through and I so happy to be part of history, winning my 20th Grand Slam.
"I can't believe I have won my 20th here in Paris on this court. It is very special."