French Open: Rafael Nadal through, women's final today!
2018 French Open is down to its final two days as we look ahead now for the title winners. Top seed Rafael Nadal moved into the final and will eye an 11th Slam here at Roland Garros on Sunday. Meanwhile, the women's singles final is to be held later today. Simona Halep and Sloane Stephens gear up for an epic showdown.
Rafa sees off Juan Martin del Potro
World number 1 Rafa thrashed Argentine Juan Martin del Potro 6-4, 6-1, 6-2. He beat Juan in over two hours. Rafa became only the 2nd man after Federer to reach the final of a single Slam for the 11th time. Rafa stated that it is incredible for him to reach another final here in Paris. He added one has to keep the passion alive.
Thiem to face Rafa in men's singles final
Austrian seventh seed Dominic Thiem will be up against Rafa in Sunday's final. He beat unseeded Italian Marco Cecchinato 7-5, 7-6, 6-1. This is the 24-year-old Thiem's first ever Grand Slam final.
Mega final show as Halep takes on Stephens
World number one Halep will be eyeing her first Grand Slam title win on Saturday when she takes on 2017 US Open winner Sloane Stephens. Halep has been the runner-up thrice earlier in Grand Slams and this is her fourth final. She said it's a big chance, but she will try to stay calm. Stephens will be out to stop Halep.
When and where can you watch the women's final?
The Halep versus Stephens finale will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. The match can also be streamed live on Hotstar. The match will take place on Philippe-Chatrier Court and is scheduled at 6:30 PM IST.
