Indian Wells: Federer goes to semis after ‘sick’ Kyrgios pulls out of tie

Tennis superstar Roger Federer has advanced automatically to the semifinal of the BNP Paribas Open after his quarterfinal opponent, Nick Kyrgios, pulled out of the clash because of a bout of food poisoning.

The Swiss star, whose match-up against Australia’s Kyrgios was much anticipated, sent his support to the 21-year old on Twitter, saying: “Hope you feel better @NickKyrgios.”

Federer, 35, will now face Jack Sock, who beat Japan’s Kei Nishikori 6-3 2-6 6-2 to reach his first Masters 1000 semi-final.

“At this stage we think it’s food poisoning, and I’m praying it’s nothing more,” Kyrgios said in a statement.

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“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 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 everyone for their support so far here at the BNP Paribas Open. I will definitely be back. Thank you.”

Kyrgios, seeded 15th, beat world number two Novak Djokovic in the fourth round, but will not now face Australian Open champion Federer.

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