French Open 2015 Semi-Finals: Bracket Results and Finals Draw Schedule

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Published: June 5, 2015

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Stan Wawrinka became the first player to qualify for the men's final of the 2015 French Open on Friday, beating local favourite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in four sets. The other semi-final between Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray was suspended due to rain, with the Serb leading two sets to one.

Djokovic appeared to be in control, but Murray fought back late in the third set, giving himself hope when the match resumes on Saturday. Meanwhile, Wawrinka will have an extra day of rest to prepare for his second-ever Grand Slam final.

 

Wawrinka Beats Tsonga: 6-3, 6-7 (1-7), 7-6 (7-3), 6-4

Wawrinka broke the French hearts with a four-set win over Tsonga, who failed in his bid to become the first French player to qualify for the final of Roland Garros since 1988. He certainly had his chances against Wawrinka, failing to capitalise on a multitude of break chances.

Speaking to reporters after the match, it was obvious he knew he could have gotten so much more out of the match:



Tsonga converted just one of 17 break chances, and he missed all six of his chances in the third set. It would prove to be pivotal, as Wawrinka managed to grab the tiebreak in the scorching heat and finish the match in the fourth set.

Both players served up some great shots, to the delight of the crowd, which couldn't escape the blazing sun:



Wawrinka didn't play anywhere near his best on Friday, and his serve in particular was an area for concern. Djokovic and Murray are both experts at stepping into their returns and will punish Wawrinka if his struggles continue.

That said, the Swiss star shouldn't be counted out. Bet365 certainly feel he's now established himself as one of the top players on tour:



An extra day of rest is a massive advantage for Wawrinka, particularly if Murray and Djokovic continue battling the way they did on Friday. Both players...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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