Williams wins gold: in pictures

Elena Dementieva of Russia in action against Venus Williams in the final of the Olympic Tennis competition

USA's womens tennis coach Billie Jean King, left, and Serena Williams applaud Venus Williams.

Venus Williams from the USA celebrates after she beat Elena Dementieva.

Venus Williams carries the American flag after defeating Elena Dementieva in their Olympic gold medal tennis match.

Venus Williams puts her head to her hands as she waits to receive her Gold medal.

USA's Venus Williams, center, displays her gold medal with Elena Dementieva and Monica Seles.