Serena avoids French Open upset

(Photo: Christophe Ena, AP)PARIS – They say that cats have nine lives. So too, it seems, does Serena Williams against rival Victoria Azarenka at the Grand Slams.

Backed against a wall once again facing Azarenka, the American ranked world No. 1 and a two-time champion here – dressed in animal print – came from behind, beating the Belarusian in three sets Saturday evening at the French Open, booking a spot in the fourth round.

Breaking it down:

Scoreline: [1] Serena Williams (USA) def. [27] Victoria Azarenka (BLR) 3-6, 6-4, 6-2

Williams had an 8-0 record against Azarenka at the majors before this match, including a 2010 Australian Open encounter in which she stormed from a set and 4-0 down to…