US Open
Quarter-final latest:
A MURRAY (GB) * v JM DEL POTRO (Arg)
4-2
* denotes serve
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By Chris Bevan
Murray 4-2 Del Potro
Del Potro cannot get his first serve going at all right now but no matter as Murray's first two attempts to attack his weaker second delivery end in the net. A big forehand by Del Potro gives him the next point too but Murray replies with an even bigger one - he will be showing us his biceps soon, I think. Del Potro tidies up to hold.
"Andy has done well to even get this far with such a tough draw. What a difference six months make. This only took me 10 minutes to do, too."
Peter in Bournemouth via text on 81111
"This is a confident start by Andy - he looks settled and is right at home on the Arthur Ashe Court."
Jonathan Overend on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra
Murray 4-1 Del Potro
Great stuff by Murray - he holds again without any wobbles and plays the shot of the match so far when another dinked backhand is followed by a lovely looping lob, which cannot be easy when your opponent is 6ft 7in.
Murray 3-1 Del Potro
Del Potro is up and running at last - but Murray is still having a bit of joy on his serve. He even tries a drop shot or two, just for a change before a big smash from the Argentine brings him his first game of the night.
"Finally Chris, someone who appears to have as bad a backhand as you!"
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2052: The winner of this will play either world number one Rafael Nadal or home hope Mardy Fish by the way. Rafa, dare I say it, looked vulnerable against another big-serving American Sam Querrey in the last round so serve-volley supremo Mardy must fancy his chances, a tiny bit. They play in Wednesday's night match on Arthur Ashe.
Murray 3-0 Del Potro
This is impressive by Murray, very steady and picking his moments suprerby. Del Porto is making all the mistakes and the Scot is looking in control, while the Argentine is looking frustrated already. A lovely forehand down - and on to - the line gives Murray the game.
Murray 2-0 Del Potro
Del Potro looks a bit nervous actually. His serve is smooth enough but his backhand is dreadful right now. He makes two mistakes on that wing and Murray has the early break. Long way to go though.
"Andy must take this and try to roll with it. He has to take the attitude to go for it - he cannot sit back against Del Potro."
Jeff Tarango on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra
Murray 1-0 Del Potro
A mixed bag by Andy, with some solid groundstrokes but an early double-fault too. He holds though, which is the main thing.
2042: And we're off. Murray to serve first.
2040: "Did you see that spin toss, those 2 players could not look at each other. Have not seen such drama since Holyfield and Tyson went at it. This is going to be a war."
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Neither of them were exactly all-smiles, were they...
2038: The players are on court and warming up.
"This one is mouthwatering and great to see a Brit in there gun slinging with the big boys. No idea who is going to win this, but gonna sit back and enjoy every minute of it. Come on Muzza."
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2037: "C'mon Andy. Win this and I reckon he can go all the way. Rafa and the Fed are better players - but THIS is the tense one."
Phil via text on 81111
2036: The players are just coming out on court now, wearing boxing gloves. No, I actually made that bit up.
Not sure what to expect from either player but we know Del Potro means business - he has won his last 23 matches after all. Anyway, if he looks like losing, he will probably try giving Murray a chinese burn or a wedgey...
2034: During their last meeting, in Rome in May, Murray accused Del Potro of hitting the ball at his head and not apologising. The pair had words at the next changeover where, in classic playground style, Del Potro mumbled something about Murray's mum. It doesn't stop there as, when a back injury forced him to retire later in the same match, Del Potro burst into tears (you can check all this out for yourself at a popular video-sharing website by the way).
"We're all backing you to get your first Grand Slam semi! Go on Murray!"
Simon from Tewkesbury via text on 81111
2031: If you thought Murray is a bit like a moody teenager mooching around the court then wait until you get a load of Del Potro - he's got a temper on him also...and when they get together it is like watching Kevin & Perry Go Large.
2029: Britain's number one Andy Murray is aiming for his first Grand Slam semi-final but to get there he must beat in-form Argentine Juan Martin del Potro. These two have a bit of history...
2027: Evening all. This one could be a bit tasty, I think.
(BBC)
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