French Open semi finals live news and updates: Rafael Nadal v Alexander Zverev; Ruud v Cilic later

Nadal leads the match-up 6-3 and is 4-1 up on clay. However, Zverev’s big-serving and backhand down the line have been key to him winning three of the last four meetings. 

The King of Clay has turned 36 today. He’s made a habit of celebrating his birthday at RG over the years, but will Sascha put a downer on proceedings this afternoon?

Hello and welcome to LIVE updates of the men’s singles semi finals at Roland-Garros 2022. First up on Court Philippe-Chatrier we have 13-time champion Rafael Nadal up against No.3 seed Alexander Zverev. The players are due out at 13.45 BST. 

Later, No.8 seed Casper Ruud takes on 2014 US Open champion Marin Cilic.