Caroline Wozniacki wins first grand slam title with win over Halep in Australia

Caroline Wozniacki secured her first grand slam title as she saw off Simona Halep in three sets to win the 2018 Australian Open crown in Melbourne.

The Dane, who had lost in her two previous grand slam final appearances, took the first set 7-6 (7/2) but Halep hit back to win the second 6-3.

The pair, who were also vying for the world number one ranking, traded breaks of serve in the decisive set before Wozniacki prevailed 6-4.

Wozniacki looked to have the upper hand in the third set when she broke for 2-0 and 3-1 but again she looked nervy when in front and back came Halep to draw level and then move a break in front.

At that moment Wozniacki called for the trainer for treatment to her left knee and it proved the turning point.

She broke back before forcing Halep to serve to stay in the match. A sublime point brought up Championship point for the Dane and she collapsed to the court when Halep netted.