TENNIS: Madrid, Rome and on to Paris

[JaneJeffer]

Who's going to get the last quarter final place?

Is that Fabrice I see?

Aww 😢

Boo umpire - giving JW a time violation when he’s crying

I had to take the dog out for a very quick 'wee' walk (it's suddenly got too hot for much else).

Jo-Willy is not giving up on this, I see.

Fabrice was interviewing someone on court yesterday Jane - all the French players have turned up - I’m feeling a bit emotional myself

What? the umpire gave Jo-Willy a time violation when he was crying?? Arse.

The umpire obviously doesn't think this is his last match Fizzy!

I love Casper- but his time will come- if Jo-Willy can win a match, it would be great (not sure if he would have much energy left for the next one though!)

Aww- this is lovely!<emotional>

If he wins they're going to have to keep doing this

Has to be affecting Casper too.

Oh no is he injured?

Jane can you imagine!

Shame he's not playing Djok. It would completely mess with his head.

He's not injured is he?

Oh, this is so sad.

Oh no! I’m an emotional wreck watching this match - looks as if JW is injured

Hopefully the trainer can help

It's like Rafa's foot all over again,

Damn

I hate it when players who you know are already retiring, find themselves unable to play properly in their last match. it's heartbreaking to see. And Tsonga has really put up a fight today.

Such a shame.

Swapping hands! It's funny, but sad at the same time.

I feel for Casper really. Playing an injured player must be so hard. Especially a home favourite.

Oh bless him

Bawling

The crowds turned up for him. And Casper will let him have this moment, which is as it should be.

Jane me too. I've been on the verge of tears for various reasons all week- this has not helped.

He has a lovely smile, Jo-Willy.

Very nice Casper.