The top-seeded Federer never had to sweat, showing off pinpoint serves, sizzling backhands and crushing forehands. His only slowdown in this semifinal romp came when he and Davydenko held up as jets roared overhead leaving nearby La Guardia Airport.
Federer won the Australian Open and Wimbledon this year and is trying for his third consecutive U.S. Open title. He is the first man in the Open era, which began in 1968, to reach six Slam finals in a row.
The victory was just the latest step in Polansky’s recovery from a severe fall in a sleepwalking accident in Mexico five months ago. Polansky suffered a severed artery near his left calf and needed five hours of surgery and more than 400 stitches.
"I’m really happy the way things are going for me right now," said Polansky. "I’ve tried to just remain focused. The past few months in rehab has certainly taught me how to concentrate."
Next up for the Swiss star will be American Andy Roddick or Russian Mikhail Youzhny, who met in Saturday’s other semi. Federer will play for the championship Sunday afternoon.
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