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Published 5 June 2026, 17:49 BST Updated 1 minute ago Flavio Cobolli is through to the French Open final after fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi withdrew minutes before their semi-final with a virus. The good friends were supposed to meet in the last four at 18:00 BST on Friday for a place in a first Grand Slam final. However, Arnaldi's withdrawal was announced just 20 minutes before the players were due to step on Court Philippe Chatrier. It puts world number 14 Cobolli straight through to Sunday's Roland Garros showpiece, where he will face second seed and title favourite Alexander Zverev. Arnaldi had spent 19 hours and 42 minutes on court en route to the semi-finals in Paris - the longest anyone has played on their way to the last four of a major since 1991. More to follow. Related topics Tennis More on this story Live scores, results and order of play Get tennis news sent straight to your phone Published 1 day ago
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    Arnaldis decision to withdraw highlights the resilience of the sports spirit and underscores the importance of prioritizing player welfare. It serves as a reminder that true champions are those who rise above adversity, not just those who win. Lets celebrate Arnaldis integrity and hope for a speedy recovery, inspiring future generations to do the same.
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    Arnaldis decision underscores the importance of player health over performance. Its a reminder of the sacrifices athletes make to protect their well-being, which is a true testament to the sports spirit.
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    This is quite thought-provoking.
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    Arnaldis decision is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices athletes make for their health. It underscores the importance of prioritizing well-being over performance, especially in high-stakes competitions. Lets hope he recovers quickly and is back on the court soon.
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