Federer, Nadal to meet in French Open semifinals
Swiss master the oldest men’s Grand Slam semifinalist in 28 years
Roger Federer set up a mouthwatering French Open semifinal clash with Rafael Nadal on Tuesday when he defeated Stan Wawrinka in four sets to become the oldest men’s Grand Slam semifinalist in 28 years.
The 37-year-old Swiss beat his compatriot 7-6 (7/4) 4-6 7-6 (7/5) 6-4 to reach his 43rd Major semifinal and eighth at Roland Garros.
He trails his head-to-head record with Nadal 23-15 but has won their last five meetings. Defending champion Rafael Nadal, bidding for a 12th title at the French Open, blitzed a weary Kei Nishikori 6-1 6-1 6-3 in his quarterfinal.
“It was hard, really, really hard. Stan played a really good match, I’m very happy to play him here at Roland Garros,” said Federer.
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