Ashleigh Barty beats Danielle Collins to become first home Australian Open singles champion since 1978

Ashleigh Barty became the first home Australian Open champion since 1978 after beating grand slam final debutante Danielle Collins 6-3 7-6 in Saturday's final.

Ashleigh Barty beats Danielle Collins to become first home Australian Open singles champion since 1978
Ashleigh Barty became the first home Australian Open champion since 1978 after beating grand slam final debutante Danielle Collins 6-3 7-6 in Saturday's final.