Sharapova halts Coco run at Wimbledon

Thoroughbred Russian grit outclassed all-American pedigree as Maria Sharapova fended off Coco Vandeweghe to set up a probable Wimbledon semi-final with Serena Williams.

Vandeweghe has finally come of grand slam age in SW19 but was no match in the deciding set for five-time major champion Sharapova, who grunted, screamed and cajoled her way to 6-3 6-7 (3/7) 6-2 victory.