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Roger Federer advances to Olympic semifinals

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Roger Federer beat John Isner 6-4, 7-6 to reach semifinals of men's tennis.

Roger Federers final shot of the day clipped the let cord, dribbled over the net and settled softly in the grass, beyond even 6-foot-9 (2.06-metre) John Isners reach.The crowd responded with a collective aww, Isner grimaced and Federer offered a sheepish wave of apology. But after all these years, hes probably overdue for a little luck in the Olympics.Federer advanced Thursday to the semifinals by beating Isner 6-4, 7-6 (5). With that tall hurdle cleared, the 17-time Grand Slam champion needs one more win to clinch the first Olympic singles medal of his career, which would plug the biggest hole in a remarkable resume.On Friday, Federer will face No. 8-seeded Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina. Del Potro advanced by beating No. 15 Kei Nishikori of Japan 6-4, 7-6 (4).