Semifinal Match Set After Quarterfinal Wins

The women's singles semifinals are set after both quarterfinal matches concluded. One player reached the final four for the first time after a straight-sets quarterfinal win. The other advanced in three sets following an earlier quarterfinal loss by a third competitor.

Semifinals The first semifinalist had lost in the opening round of the event last year and in a tuneup tournament earlier this season. Entering this event, the player had not won a grass-court match in two years. Additional preparation time after an earlier exit at another major allowed the player to adapt more effectively to the surface.

Four of the five matches played so far reached a deciding set. The player recorded seven aces in the quarterfinal, including one serve measured at 126 miles per hour. An improved second and third set overcame an error-filled opening set that included four double faults.

The second semifinalist has drawn praise from peers for an all-around game and athleticism. A seven-time major champion previously described the player as the most complete on the women's side. The two semifinalists have met seven times previously, with one holding a six-match winning streak that includes two major semifinal victories.

" — The player, after the quarterfinal (first source). " — The quarterfinal opponent, after the match (first source). The winner of Thursday's semifinal will face a less experienced group of remaining players and is expected to be the favorite for the title.