Suspected ‘food poisoning’ advances Federer to BNP semifinals
Roger Federer has advanced to Saturday’s semifinals at the BNP Paribas Open after his opponent in the quarterfinals was forced to withdraw due to suspected food poisoning on Friday.
Federer was set to battle with Nick Kyrgios of Australia.
Krygios posted the following statement Friday morning:
‘Unfortunately I am unable to play today [Friday] due to sickness. At this stage we think it’s food poisoning, and I’m praying it’s nothing more. After a restless night of being sick I have nothing left and to play a great champion like Roger, I need to be at my best to have a chance. I don’t take this decision lightly, these are the matches we train for but I’m in no fit state to take to the court. I’m sorry to the fans that I’m unable to take to the court but I have to put my health first and I hope you understand. I want to wish Roger the best of luck for the rest of the tournament and thank every one for their support so far here at the BNP Paribas Open. I will definitely be back. Thank you.’
KESQ and CBS Local 2 will have full BNP Paribas Open coverage leading up to Sunday’s finals.
