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Switzerland's Roger Federer seems to settle quicker than Andy Roddick in the early games of the second semi-final

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Roddick plays some wayward shots but the first set goes with serve for the first twelve games and into a tie-break

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Federer manages to save a set point before finally taking the tie-break 8-6 to claim the opening set

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Roddick looks dejected as the impressive Federer then secures an early break of serve in the second set

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Federer appears in superb form as he produces a series of fine shots to begin to take control of the match

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Roddick shows some of his characteristic power but Federer proves equal to anything the tournament favourite throws at him

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An under-performing Roddick feels the heat as Federer breaks his serve again in the fifth game of the third set

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Federer converts his third match point by breaking Roddick once more to wrap up a 7-6 6-3 6-3 victory

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The number four seed shows his delight at reaching his first Grand Slam final, where he will face Mark Philippoussis