Federer hits the sublime form - just at the right time. Tackling the vile wind and one of his most formidable foes in the recent times, Federer emerged victorious and thrashed all the odds, which were fuelling the thought that Soderling might spoil Federer's run at this year's US Open, as the Swede did it in French Open. But, Federer did not allow the Swede to breath a sigh of relief throughout the match and kept the pressure on from the very beginning - till the end. It was a controlled and precision-oriented performance from Fedex

Here comes the big jolt for the world no. 5 Robin Soderling. Federer gets the break at the right time and now, he will serve to reach the semi-final of the US Open 2010. Soderling starts off on a shaky note by committing a double fault and then sends an easy forehand long. Once again, Soderling messes up with a backhand and gifts away the break. Can this would be final nail in the coffin? 

Federer holds on to a bit difficult service game this time. The Swiss Ace is taking one step at a time. Federer outruns the super Swede by placing an exquisite drop-shot near the net and the rest is done by a huge out-wide serve. Its 5-5, third set!