Gulbis cruises into French Open quarter-finals

Latvia’s Ernests Gulbis became the first man to reach the quarter-finals of the French Open today as he eased to victory in three sets over home favourite Michael Llodra.

The 19-year-old rarely looked flustered as he posted a 6-4 7-6 (7/4) 6-3 triumph on Suzanne Lenglen Court to continue his impressive form at Roland Garros.