Friday's programme at Roland Garros: men's semi-finals to watch
Friday sees the two semi-finals of the men's singles draw at the 2024 French Open. At the end of the day, the identities of the last two contenders for the Parisian crown will be known.
Starting at 2.30pm, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will take to the clay courts of Philippe Chatrier. In an eagerly-awaited duel, the two young men's tennis stars will engage in what promises to be an epic battle. Indeed, given their previous Grand Slam encounters (one win apiece), we can expect a match of wild intensity.
After that, it's time for another big clash on the Chatrier. Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud are set to do battle. In a rematch of last year's semi-final (won by Ruud, 6-3, 6-4, 6-0), this match is also sure to make the mouth water. Between Ruud, who is very much at ease on clay and, above all, a double finalist in Paris, and Zverev, who won the title in Rome and has been very confident in recent weeks, the battle promises to be intense.
One thing's for sure: these two matches are likely to be very tense, and every player still in the running looks capable of winning the tournament. So place your bets!
Looking forward to a great 13th day of competition!
Programme de Roland Garros du Friday 7 June :
Court Philippe Chatrier à 13h30
Alcaraz bat Sinner 26 63 36 64 63
Zverev bat Ruud 26 62 64 62
Court 14 à 10h00
Bigun bat Schwaerzler 26 63 64
Valentova bat Grant 63 76
Court 6 à 10h00
Samson bat Penickova 63 57 64
Berkieta bat Carboni 76 46 76
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