Andy Roddick, seeded sixth, toppled world No 1 Roger Federer in three sets to reach the semi-finals of the ATP Masters Series, in Key Biscayne, Miami, on Thursday.

The American beat the top-seeded Swiss 7-6 (7/4), 4-6, 6-3, leaving Federer still in search of his first title of 2008.

He recorded 17 aces to post victory in 1 hour 55 minutes. It is only his second victory over Federer in 17 tries.

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