defending champion Serena Williams advances to second round after defeating Mandy Minella

Defending Wimbledon champion Serena Williams eased through to the second round with a 6-1 6-3 victory over Mandy Minella in her opening bout which lasted less than an hour.

Off to a flier: Serena Williams took less than an hour to win her opening-round match on the road to defending her Wimbledon crown Photo: AFP