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Wimbledon 2016: Serena Williams shows she is the hottest prospect for title defence in these sizzling swimsuit shots

Six-time SW19 champion's stunning photos prove she is in incredible shape ahead of next week's All England showpiece

SERENA WILLIAMS shows she is in incredible shape ahead of her Wimbledon defence in these stunning bikini shots.

The six-time SW19 champion completed the Serena Slam after seeing off new French Open winner Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4 last year.

 Serena Williams looks a picture of pure athleticism in this white swimsuit
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Serena Williams looks a picture of pure athleticism in this white swimsuitCredit: MACIEK KOBIELSKI / WSJ MAGAZINE

And the 34-year-old is in the shape of her life judging by these stunning photos.

She needs to be to make amends for what has so far been a lacklustre year - compared to 2015 at least.

In January she lost the Australian Open final in three sets and then the Indian Wells showpiece to Victoria Azarenka.

 Serena Williams begins defence of her Wimbledon crown next week
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Serena Williams begins defence of her Wimbledon crown next weekCredit: MACIEK KOBIELSKI / WSJ MAGAZINE
 The world No 1 is looking to kick start what has been a disappointing 2016 season
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The world No 1 is looking to kick start what has been a disappointing 2016 seasonCredit: MACIEK KOBIELSKI / WSJ MAGAZINE
 Serena Williams on the cover of the Wall Street Journal magazine
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Serena Williams on the cover of the Wall Street Journal magazineCredit: MACIEK KOBIELSKI / WSJ MAGAZINE
 The American superstar celebrates her 2015 Wimbledon triumph
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The American superstar celebrates her 2015 Wimbledon triumphCredit: PA:Press Association

Her first success came last month at the Italian Open - but that almost didn't happen after she ate dog food.

The world No 1 - who has 21 Grand Slam titles to her name - tried a "spoonful" of a salmon and rice dish meant for Chip, her pooch.

But she has now vowed to reach the amazing heights of last year after suggesting she felt change is round the corner.

She told the : "This year is not as great as I want it to be. I could do better. But honestly, that's how I felt about 2015."

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