Key events

33m agoShnaider stuns Sabalenka 3-6, 7-5, 6-0!
1h agoShnaider wins the second set 7-5!
2h agoSabalenka wins the first set 6-3
3h agoChwalinska defeats Kalinskaya 7-6, 6-3!
4h agoChwalinska wins the first-set tie-break 7-3
5h agoToday's singles order of play
5h agoPreamble

Both Auger-Aliassime (seeded No 4) and Cobolli (seeded No 10) appear unsettled after witnessing Sabalenka's exit. Auger-Aliassime looks confused on the opening point, possibly due to the wind, as he misjudges an overhead and Cobolli takes advantage. 0-15. 0-30 follows when AA double faults. AA moves the scoreboard to 15-30, yet soon trails 15-40. The crowd, still reeling from Sabalenka's departure, shows little reaction to the early break points, but AA responds by saving both, including the second with a serve-volley. Cobolli immediately pressures the Canadian again, and the Italian breaks on the third chance. Cobolli leads 1-0.

After that intense quarterfinal, everyone on Chatrier might want a rest, yet the French Open continues without pause. Felix Auger-Aliassime and Flavio Cobolli begin warming up on the clay court.

Tumaini Carayol

The All England Club believes there will be no player protests at Wimbledon after discussions at the French Open. Player representatives, headed by former Women's Tennis Association chief executive Larry Scott, met Wimbledon officials on Monday to address the ongoing dispute, with both sides considering the talks constructive.

A spokesperson for the All England Lawn Tennis Club stated: "We were pleased to have the opportunity to meet players' representative at Roland Garros. Our discussions about the arrangements for this year's Championships were positive. We look forward to continuing these discussions in further detail after the Championships."

The AELTC's prize-money announcement next Thursday will prove pivotal, with expectations high for a substantial increase. Player representatives told the AELTC they anticipate a notable rise in the prize-money pool. The AELTC typically finalizes its prize-money pool close to the announcement to maintain flexibility.

The buildup to the French Open featured growing frustration from top men's and women's players over grand slam responses to their concerns. They felt particularly let down by the French Tennis Federation's prize-money offer, leading to stronger actions. The FFT proposed a total purse of 52.6 million pounds for this year, a 9.5 percent increase from last year. This falls short of the 53.5 million pounds offered by Wimbledon last year, which players expect to grow markedly this year.

After world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka predicted at the Italian Open last month that players might need to boycott grand slam tournaments, top players including Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner began a media boycott during pre-tournament availability.

This appears to be Mirra Andreeva's title to claim. Yet similar predictions surrounded Sabalenka, whose attempt to improve on last year's runner-up finish ended in 10 straight games lost amid a final-set collapse. Chatrier shifted from last week's heat to a wind tunnel today, and Sabalenka struggled to adapt. Despite her four grand slams, the world No 1 continues seeking a major title on non-hard courts. A first-time slam champion is assured, with Andreeva set to face Marta Kostyuk in the other semifinal. "Hello Katy, I think we are now officially allowed to call this the Upset Open," emails Krishna Moorthy.

"I'm speechless," says Shnaider after reaching her first grand slam semifinal. "I'm super happy, obviously very tough conditions with the wind, first time playing Aryna, I was very nervous. First set I was trying to adjust to her game and the conditions. In the third set I finally found my rhythm; I should have been aiming for that from the beginning!"

She discusses facing qualifier Maja Chwalinska in an unexpected semifinal. "It's going to be a lefty battle," she replies. "I'm looking forward to it." The Russian smiles broadly; this marks her standout day, with potential for more tomorrow. She enters the semifinal as the favorite.

Shnaider stuns Sabalenka 3-6, 7-5, 6-0!

Sabalenka, who led by a set and 4-1 and served for the quarterfinal in the second set, now serves to stay in the match. Shnaider claims the first point as Sabalenka stays rooted to the clay. She screams at the skies as Shnaider moves to 0-30 and 0-40, three match points, but Sabalenka fights through the first two. She then hits the net on the third! The last grand slam champion in the draws has fallen, pushing the tournament into further chaos.

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 5-0 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Sabalenka let emotions affect her at key moments last year against Madison Keys, Coco Gauff and Amanda Anisimova, and repeats that here. Yet this also highlights Shnaider's strong play, as another left-handed forehand winner down the line brings the score to 15-all. Another forehand winner makes it 30-15. That shot has proven decisive today. Shnaider won the third set 6-0 against Keys last round and looks set to dominate Sabalenka again, holding to 30.

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 4-0 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Errors persist, with a lazy volley into the net from Sabalenka on serve. A strong net winner might lift the world No 1, but Shnaider responds with a fierce forehand winner down the line. Soon she earns two more break points, converted immediately with another errant forehand. Sabalenka faces a tough situation.

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 3-0 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Shnaider builds a 40-0 lead quickly, and a longer rally fails to change much. She holds to love as Sabalenka struggles to escape this difficult stretch.

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 2-0 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). A lengthy, fluctuating game unfolds. Shnaider reaches shots she missed earlier, though Sabalenka wins a rally for 30-0. Shnaider pulls back to 30-15 and 40-30 after a net error by the top seed. A superb forehand winner down the line from Shnaider reaches deuce, followed by another break point via a neat forehand chip. Sabalenka saves it, yet Shnaider breaks with a fine crosscourt backhand. Sabalenka saves another before an overhit from Shnaider, but more mistakes from the favorite return the score to deuce. Sabalenka takes a point with a strong forehand winner, yet the pattern continues until Shnaider secures the break with a punched forehand to the corner. Shnaider has won nine of the past 10 games, leaving the No 1 seed in trouble.

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 1-0 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Sabalenka overhitting hands Shnaider a 40-15 lead on serve for an easy hold. Shnaider manages the conditions better at present.

Shnaider wins the second set 7-5!

Shnaider 3-6, 7-5 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). From 1-4 down in the second set, Shnaider levels the match. A fine shot from the baseline brings 15-15 on Sabalenka's serve, and a reaction lob drifts over Sabalenka's head, aided by wind, landing in. Another break point, a set point, and Shnaider converts it. This marks an impressive recovery as Shnaider gains confidence while Sabalenka's errors mount. Her aggressive approach falters now.

Shnaider 3-6, 6-5 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Shnaider plays freely, with a sharp angled forehand down the line among her best shots. It leads to 30-15 and then 40-15 for another straightforward hold. Five-all, and the outcome remains uncertain.

Shnaider 3-6, 5-5 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Serving for the match, Sabalenka blasts a forehand for 15-0, but uneven bounce causes a backhand error. An overhit from Shnaider gives 30-15, yet it returns to 30-30 after a rally ends with a Sabalenka volley out. Another break point arises when Sabalenka nets, and Shnaider converts with a wide forehand into the corner. The match continues.

Shnaider 3-6, 4-5 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). The ball bounces lower this week, possibly explaining some issues. Shnaider reaches 30-0 before netting weakly, then delivers a strong ace for a quick hold.

Shnaider 3-6, 3-5 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Shnaider misses a chance as Sabalenka overhits to trail 0-30, then Shnaider earns three break points in a strong rally. Sabalenka saves them with a volley, a forcing serve and a solid return error from Shnaider, plus another save on a weak net. She holds after an angry exchange with her box, using a crosscourt winner.

Shnaider 3-6, 3-4 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). Shnaider trails 0-30 but recovers to 30-30 with net play, only to face a break point on a passing shot. She saves it and holds. She remains in contention.

Shnaider 3-6, 2-4 Sabalenka (asterisk denotes next server). A break back occurs suddenly. A drop volley starts Sabalenka's service game well, leading to 30-0 via serve-volley. Shnaider rallies to 30-all and earns a break point on a careless drop shot attempt. A double fault grants the break back.