It’s the second time these two have met in the finals of a Grand Slam this year, with Serena having lost to Kerber at the Australian Open.

It was Serena’s powerful serve against Kerber’s tenacious rallying.

The match featured sizzling baseline battles punctuated by forays to the net.

Kerber did her part to keep the match competitive and stayed aggressive throughout.

Famous fans: Beyonce and Jay-Z were in Serena’s box rooting for the World No.1.

They weren’t the only famous faces in the crowd: Ellen DeGeneres and Portia De Rossi enjoyed some world class commentary from Billie Jean King.

Championship point! Serena reacts to winning the match.

Serena collapsed in elation after winning her seventh Wimbledon title.

Respect: the finalists share a hug at the net.

Serena avenged her Australian Open loss to Kerber.

Nope, that’s not world peace. Serena now holds 22 Grand Slam titles, tying Graf’s all-time record.

Serena finally reunited with a familiar prize: the Venus Rose Water Dish.

Both finalists received their trophies and exchanged words of admiration.

The Wimbledon Ladies’ trophy, back in Serena’s hands…

The BBC’s Sue Barker did the post-match interview.

The finalists and their trophies.

Kerber took a lap and walked off Centre Court with her head held high.

But for the champion, it was time for photos.

All eyes were on the World No.1 on her historic day.

Afterwards, Serena stepped out to the All England Club balcony to greet the gathered crowd.

Serena presented the trophy to the All England Club for the seventh time.