PARIS — For the second time in three days, Serena Williams came back from the brink at the French Open.
Less than 48 hours after the world No. 1 and two-time champion here had rallied from a set and 4-2 deficit against rival Victoria Azarenka on Court Philippe Chatrier, Williams did much the same against countrywoman Sloane Stephens, winning to advance to the quarterfinals, 1-6, 7-5, 6-3.
Here's how it happened.
Scoreline: [1] Serena Williams (USA) def. Sloane Stephens (USA) 1-6, 7-5, 6-3
Williams was three points from defeat against Stephens, serving at 4-5 down in the second and love-15.