Roddick blown away by Gasquet

Frenchman Richard Gasquet stunned Wimbledon by staging a remarkable fightback to topple third seed Andy Roddick 4-6 4-6 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (7-3) 8-6 and secure a semi-final against Roger Federer.

Frenchman Richard Gasquet stunned Wimbledon by staging a remarkable fightback to topple third seed Andy Roddick 4-6 4-6 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (7-3) 8-6 and secure a semi-final against Roger Federer.

Gasquet emulated compatriot Marion Bartoli, who earlier had sprung one of the greatest upsets at SW19 by defeating Justine Henin for a place in the final, to complete a memorable day for France.

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