Kei Nishikori survives Fernando Verdasco comeback to win in five sets
ByEurosport
Updated 27/05/2016 at 15:45 GMT
Kei Nishikori emerged victorious from a gruelling five-set match with Fernando Verdasco to reach the fourth round of the French Open.
The Japan No 1 seem to be cruising as he took the first two sets 6-3 6-4 before his Spanish opponent staged a remarkable comeback.
The 32-year-old won the third and fourth sets 6-3 6-2 to set up a thrilling finale.
However, he could not maintain the momentum as Nishikori, the world No 6, took the final set 6-2.
He will now face Richard Gasquet, who beat Nick Kyrgios earlier on Friday, in the next round.
Join 3M+ users on app
Download
Scan me
Related Topics
Share this article