Caroline Wozniacki has clinched the WTA Finals trophy in Singapore after he defeated Venus Williams in straight sets.

The Danish star saw off Venus 6-4 6-4 to win the final trophy of the season on Sunday in what was her first career win over the American.

The 27-year old had been beaten by Venus in seven previous matches before she made it eighth time lucky to win her first WTA Finals. She was a runner-up in 2010.

Speaking after the match on-court, Wozniacki said:

“I’m still shaking.”

“I was up 5-0, everything was going well, and all of a sudden, Venus just starts upping her game. She went for her shots, she started serving to my body, and I’m just so happy that I managed to win in the end.” she added.

Wozniacki speaking further said: “Eight is my lucky number!”

“I was hoping that if I’m going to beat her, at least once in my career, it has to be today.  I just went out there and I just did my best.” Wozniacki concluded.