US Open Tennis 2014: Day 12 Results, Highlights and Scores Recap from New York

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Published: September 5, 2014

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Caroline Wozniacki and Serena Williams will face off for the 2014 U.S. Open title on Sunday after earning semifinal victories on Friday.

A day after the men took the stage at Flushing Meadows, the women received their turn on Day 12 of the New York-based tournament. The four remaining competitors were forced to play through grueling heat on a scorching-hot afternoon, and the overbearing sun forced the opening match to end early.

Wozniacki will hunt for her first Grand Slam title, but to do so she must prevent Williams from adding an 18th trophy to her crowded mantle. Let's take a step back to examine how the two future opponents set up this showdown.



 

Recap: Women's Semifinals

No. 10 Caroline Wozniacki defeats Shuai Peng, 7-6 (1), 4-3 (Retired)



A competitive, entertaining match ended in unbearable fashion, as Shuai Peng reluctantly retired during the second set due to severe cramps.

Following a Wozniacki double fault, Peng fell to the ground in pain. Trainers examined her off the court, causing a 10-minute delay ruled an official medical timeout. Peng returned to play but collapsed in greater pain after surrendering the ensuing two sets.

The 28-year-old was forced to forfeit the match before getting carried off in a wheelchair.



ESPN's Jane McManus relayed John McEnroe's comments from the broadcast booth after the ugly scene unfolded.



 

Wozniacki also felt weary winning a shortened match. Per BBC Sport's Piers Newbery:


"It's very difficult," Wozniacki said. "You're out here and you want to battle and finish it off properly. I feel sorry for Peng, she played really well. It was really hot out there, it was just unfortunate she was ill."

In the biggest match to date of her career, Peng would not surrender until left with no other option. That ne...
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