As tournaments enter the weekend, the intensity and pressure has increased in Sydney, Auckland and Brisbane. These are the Top 5 Photos of the day from Friday. (All photos Getty Images)
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Battling gusty winds in Auckland, Serena Williams had trouble with her ball toss. But it didn't stop her from getting the job done over Laura Siegemund, 6-4, 6-3, to reach the semifinals. Serena and Caroline Wozniacki moved into the doubles final without the loss of a set.