EMMA RADUCANU was forced to retire from her match against Alja Tomljanovic after not emerging after medical treatment.
The Brit teen sensation fell ill and was seen by medics before leaving the court. She was unable to continue and her Wimbledon fairytale ended, but what a series of displays she put on at SW19.
And Roger Federer's quarter-final opponents has now been confirmed after Poland's Hubert Hurkacz stunned second seed Daniil Medvedev.
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ICYMI
The statement released by Raducanu a short time ago.
“Hi guys.
“I wanted to let everyone know that I am feeling much better this morning.
“First up, I want to congratulate Ajla on an incredible performance and I’m sorry our match ended the way it did.
“I was playing the best tennis of my life in front od an amazing crowd this week and I think the whole experience caught up with me.
“At the end of the first set, after some intense rallies, I started to breathe heavily and felt dizzy.
“The medical team advised me not to continue and although it felt like the hardest thing in the world not to be able to finish my Wimbledon on the court, I was not well enough to carry on.
“I want to thank the people who have cheered me on every single match, I wanted to win so badly for you!
“I also want the thank the All England Club, my team, the LTA, my parents and friends.
“Last night will go a long way to helping me learn what it takes to perform at the top.
“I will cherish everything we have achieved together this week and come back stronger. Can’t wait to see what’s next on my journey.”
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SIGNING OFF
The 18-year-old leaves with one final message.
It's coming home, isn't it!?
Emma RaducanuBBC
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MORE RADUCANU
She then discusses England's chances as she reveals where she'll watch the game tomorrow night.
I think I'll just be at home for sure to watch the game. It's been a busy two weeks so I'll just kick back at home for the next few days and enjoy the game. I'm going for 2-1 England.
Emma RaducanuBBC
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RADUCANU SPEAKS
Emma Raducanu has appeared on BBC to speak to host Sue Barker over video link – wearing an England shirt.
The teenager assures fans she is well this morning having dropped a statement a short time ago.
I'm very disappointed I couldn't finish the match. I really wanted to be able to compete & try my best.
I found it very difficult to regulate my breathing, it was emphasised by some long rallies which made it tough to keep my composure.
I don't know what caused it. I think it was a combination of everything that has gone on behind the scenes in the past week. An accumulation of the excitement, the buzz – I think it's a great learning experience for me going forwards. Hopefully next time I'll be better prepared.Emma RaducanuBBC
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GAME, SET & MATCH!
Angelique Kerber into her fourth Wimbledon semi-final with a straight sets win over Karolina Muchova.
Muchova goes in search of a forehand winner but misses the corner and hands the match to the German.
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MATCH POINT #2
Can the former champ get it this time?
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DEUCE!
Match point #1 saved by Muchova. Serve stays with Kerber though….
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MATCH POINT!
Muchova goes long in the rally at 30-all.
Kerber has match point on her serve.
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POWERFUL
Just so much strength in the Sabalenka shots.
Here's how she won it….
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COURT ONE…
Angelique Kerber has moved a game away from a Wimbledon semi-final against Karolina Muchova.
Muchova serving at 2-5 in the second set.
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GAME, SET & MATCH!
Aryna Sabalenka beats Tunisian Ons Jabeur in straight sets 6-4, 6-3.
She goes into the semi-final to face Karolina Pliskova on Thursday!
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IN FULL
Here is what the 18-year-old had to say as she addressed her withdrawal in the fourth round late last night.
The referee's office said 'breathing difficulties' were the reason for her retirement in the second set.
“Hi guys.
“I wanted to let everyone know that I am feeling much better this morning.
“First up, I want to congratulate Ajla on an incredible performance and I’m sorry our match ended the way it did.
“I was playing the best tennis of my life in front od an amazing crowd this week and I think the whole experience caught up with me.
“At the end of the first set, after some intense rallies, I started to breathe heavily and felt dizzy.
“The medical team advised me not to continue and although it felt like the hardest thing in the world not to be able to finish my Wimbledon on the court, I was not well enough to carry on.
“I want to thank the people who have cheered me on every single match, I wanted to win so badly for you!
“I also want the thank the All England Club, my team, the LTA, my parents and friends.
“Last night will go a long way to helping me learn what it takes to perform at the top.
“I will cherish everything we have achieved together this week and come back stronger. Can’t wait to see what’s next on my journey.”
- Craig Mahood
BREAKING: EMMA RADUCANU BREAKS SILENCE
The British teenage star has tweeted a message to her followers, where she has thanked everyone for their support and believes the 'whole experience may have caught up with her'.
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SABALENKA 6-4 4-3* JABEUR
Bang bang bang.
Love-hold for Sabalenka in quickfire time. The final ace down the middle not even attempted by Jabeur.
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SABALENKA 6-4 *3-3 JABEUR
Excellent finishing point from Jabeur.
She takes the almighty sting out the Sabalenka return with a cushioned drop shot.
And though the Belarussian reaches and returns it on the run, Jabeur picks out the open court with a volley.
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SABALENKA 6-4 3-2* JABEUR
Another long game but Sabalenka does manage to hold.
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HAWKEYE DAFT
Three challenges in a row and two worthwhile as we enter deuce on the Sabalenka serve.
While on Court One, Muchova BREAKS the Kerber serve to lead 2-1 in the second set!
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SABALENKA 6-4 *2-2 JABEUR
Sabalenka momentum halted as Jabeur holds on well.
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BREAK BACK!
That didn't take long! Ons Jabeur breaks in the very next game and trails 1-2 in the second set.
She has lost her last two service games, she'll need a big one here.
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FIRST SET KERBER!
Solid stuff from the German who has been as efficient as you'd like.
She takes the final game on the Muchova serve to win 6-2.
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BREAK SABALENKA!
After facing three break points, she orchestrates three of her own.
Jabeur forced wide through a powerful forehand into the corner and finds the net whilst sliding onto her backside!
Four games in a row for the Belarussian!
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BIG HOLD ON NO1
Kerber faced a break point of her own on two occasions serving at 4-2.
She responds to take the game and moves 5-2 in front.
Karolina Muchova - Craig Mahood
DEUCE
All three saved by the sheer force of Sabalenka, the last 119mph serve which Jabeur returns long.
She then moves to advantage with an ace down the centre!
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BOUNCEBACK!
Jabeur forces three break points in the opening game of the second set!
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TAKEN!
FIRST SET SABALENKA!
Her power into the corner is huge and Jabeur goes into the net with her forehand return.
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