Australian Open: Serena Williams falls in quarterfinals.

A new champion will be crowned on the womens side of the 2008 Australian open.

The defending champion, Serena Williams was defeated in two sets of 6-3 and 6-2 today. Jelena Jankovic from Serbia moves on to the semifinal match of the open.

The 36 unforced errors from Serena explains the quick two set elimination. Jankovic is now waiting for the winner of the match between Justine Henin (1) and Maria Sharapova (5).

Serena Williams eliminated Jelena Jankovic last year on her way to the title.

Many matches are to be played in the coming hours. Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer among others are scheduled to play soon.

(Picture: Jelena Jankovic.)