Richard Gasquet rallies to defeat David Ferrer

Eighth seed Richard Gasquet has survived a two-set fightback from David Ferrer to book his place in the semi-finals of the US Open.

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In doing so, the Frenchman has equalled his best performance at a Grand Slam, six years after reaching the last four of Wimbledon.

The 27-year-old looked to be sailing into the semi-finals after taking the first two sets 6-3 6-1 in scintillating fashion.

However, the Spaniard showed his characteristic mettle at Flushing Meadows, battling back to take the next two 6-4 6-2.

Despite having all the momentum heading into the decider, the dogged 31-year-old fell at the final hurdle, as Gasquet regained his focus to wrap up the fifth set 6-3.

The winner between Rafael Nadal and Tommy Robredo will play Gasquet in the semi-finals.