French Open: Struggling Andy Murray eyes dream final against Rafael Nadal

Andy Murray

Andy Murray

Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal can edge closer to an intriguing French Open final rich in landmark moments today after drastically contrasting campaigns in Paris.

Two more victories, however, for World No. 1 Murray starting with his semi-final against Stan Wawrinka, would make him the first Briton to lift the men's trophy since Fred Perry 82 years ago.

Nadal, who plays Dominic Thiem, is bidding to become the first man to capture the same major on 10 occasions.

"I came in playing garbage," Murray said. "If someone had offered me a semi-final spot before the tournament, I would have signed up for that."

Nadal is the hot favourite to collect his 15th career major. The 31-year-old Spaniard, hasn't dropped a set at the tournament.