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NEW YORK -- For at least two days, a critical piece of the debate over?Serena Williams vs.?Roger Federer?as all-time greats has reached a delightful impasse.Williams 6-2, 6-1 fourth-round victory over Johanna Larsson was her 307th Grand Slam singles match win -- precisely the same number as a certain Swiss superstar. They are now ahead of every other man and woman who has ever played tennis.Previously, Williams was tied with Martina Navratilova at 306.Wow, she said, laughing, when she was informed of this development during her on-court interview. Thats pretty awesome.If Williams can beat Yaroslava Shvedova in the fourth round (shes done it all four times theyve met), the world No. 1 will be alone at the top.A few more takeaways while the six-time US Open champion and her followers contemplate her place in history:Big-bang ending: This was another fairly flawless performance, punctuated by Williams winning the final 14 points of the match. She was somber -- dare we say serene? -- as she approached the net to shake hands with Larsson. That suggests Williams is really dialed in.Another clean Week 1 run: Despite the numerous dramatic turns in her life, Williams has been remarkably consistent early in hard-court majors. This, courtesy of ESPN Stats & Info: Serena has won 57 consecutive matches in the first week of those circumstances and has an overall record of 93-4. The only time since the turn of the century shes lost one came in 2006, when she fell to Daniela Hantuchova in the third round of the Australian Open. The only time Serena hasnt advanced to the fourth round here at the US Open came in 1998, her first, at the age of 16.The No. 1 ranking is in grave danger: If No. 2 Angelique Kerber wins her Sunday quarterfinal with Petra Kvitova, Williams might well have to beat her in the championship final to stay on top. At the moment, she needs to at least reach the semifinals to have a chance of keeping it. Williams needed an early exit from Kerber -- who is defending only a third-round appearance from a year ago -- in order to breathe a little easier. Kerber, who beat Williams in the Australian Open final back in January, has won all six sets shes played, including one 6-0 bagel earlier in the tournament and a 6-1, 6-1 win over Catherine Bellis in the third round Friday.Yes to this dress: Williams unveiled the day-glo version of her NikeCourt Power dress ($130). The dress is fairly simple: white, cut close the shoulders, with fuchsia pleats. The matching, detachable sleeves, however, were somewhat dazzling. Yeah, Williams said, theyre my Wonder Woman sleeves, Super Woman.NFL Jerseys Discount . After a replay, the winner will meet Sunderland in the quarterfinals. Sagbo did well to control Sone Alukos right cross and fire past Brighton goalkeeper Peter Brezovan. Aluko was making his first start in four months after recovering from an Achilles injury. Jerseys NFL Wholesale . Manuel was offered a position the day he was fired. He accepted earlier this week and the team made the announcement Friday. http://www.cheapwholesalejerseyschina.com/ . The Cleveland Indians, Tampa Bay Rays, and Texas Rangers all won on Sunday meaning the Rangers will host the Rays in a play-in game on Monday. Cheap Stitched NFL Jerseys . Brad Jacobs and his Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., team took control of the game early. Authentic Jerseys Cheap . -- Catcher Brett Hayes has agreed to a $630,000, one-year contract with the Kansas City Royals, avoiding salary arbitration.CLEVELAND -- Slumping Indians first baseman Nick Swisher received a cortisone shot in his sore left shoulder Monday and will be sidelined for Clevelands next three games. Manager Terry Francona said Swisher received the injection after an MRI taken Sunday revealed no structural damage. Francona said Swisher will be "down for a couple of days" and is not likely to play during the Indians three-game series against Kansas City. The Indians are off Thursday and Swisher could return for Fridays series opener against Minnesota. Francona said its possible Swisher could still end up on the disabled list, but "thats not our first choice." "The hope is that with maintenance moving forward we can kind of stay ahead of it," Francona said. Swishers shoulder has been bothering him for some time, and Francona said the switch-hitter made it worse with "big swings" during a weekend series against Washington. Swisher signed a four-year, $56 million contract with Cleveland in December. He recently went through an 0-for-27 slump and has just six hits in his last 55 at-bats. His average has dropped to .237. Francona doesnt know if Swishers injury affected his swing. "I dont think it helped it," he said. "Its hard to tell. Guys get banged up so much." With Swisher sidelined, Mark Reynolds moved from third base and started at first for Mondays series opener with the Royals.dddddddddddd John McDonald made his second straight start at third. Also, Indians closer Chris Perez will make a second rehab appearance on Tuesday before the Indians consider activating him from the disabled list. Perez has been sidelined with a strained right shoulder. Perez will pitch an inning for Double-A Akron, and as long as there are no setbacks, the two-time All-Star will be activated Friday. Perez allowed two hits and struck out one during an inning for Lake County (A) on Sunday. He wasnt happy with his command, but said he felt good after playing catch Monday. "Its getting better every day," he said. "I wish I could have come back sooner, but Ill take it." While he was out, Perez was charged with misdemeanour drug abuse after a package of marijuana was mailed to his home in suburban Rocky River. Perez has had a rocky relationship with Indians fans, but said hes not concerned about how hell be received when he returns to the mound. Francona believes Indians fans only want to see Perez close games. "I think if he gets em out, theyll cheer," he said. "Thats normally the way it is for a closer. I think baseball fans, and people in general, dont mind forgiving. If you treat people right, I think theyll treat you right back. With us, hes been really good and really mature about it and were kind of looking forward to moving on." ' ' '