Australian Open ballkids meet the Williams sisters

Over 300 ballkids were given the thrill of a lifetime at the Australian Open in Melbourne as the Williams sisters dropped by for a quick chat. Image: Serena and Venus Williams with the 2017 Australian Open ballkid squad. (AAP)

Gathering for the annual team photo, the best ball runners from Australia and abroad were given a pep-talk* from two players who have left an indelible mark on women's tennis.