Dimitrov, Goffin lead with best of semifinal hot shots

Semifinal Saturday at the ATP Finals featured competitive tennis and one huge upset. Tournament favorite Roger Federer, who won this event six times from 2003 to 2011, lost 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 to David Goffin. The nightcap was a hard-fought 4-6, 6-0, 6-3 win for Grigor Dimitrov over American Jack Sock. These top shots made the list as ones to rewatch.

5

Swiss Step-in Winner

Their respective countries boast world-renowned chocolate, but early on, the Swiss topped the Belgian with perfect timing on his footwork for a sweet winner up the line.

4

Goffin’s Midas Touch

Despite his smaller stature, the Belgian has tremendous balance with all of his tennis skills and a keen tennis mind. Watch him close in on this masterful drop volley.

3

Jamie’s Andy Impersonation

Older brother Jamie Murray has obviously exchanged a few tricks with younger brother Andy, and this doubles point saw the familiar Murray lunge lob from the corner. Just enjoy.

2

Grigor’s Ridiculous Return Winner

It’s one of the rarest return winners in tennis, but Dimitrov angled an inside-out backhand shot that bounded through the court.

1

Everything but the Kitchen Sink

A 21-shot rally between Dimitrov and Sock utilized all corners and impressive varieties of shots. Dimitrov eventually hit a booming forehand that set up Sock’s last-ditch dive to stay in the point. Fortunately, a changeover followed because Sock looked like he needed a pillow and oxygen.

Dimitrov moves up to a career-high No. 3 and will take on new world No. 7 Goffin in a round-robin rematch that Dimitrov easily won 6-0, 6-2 on Wednesday.