By Piers Newbery BBC Sport at Wimbledon

Hair raising

Sebastien Grosjean has had a successful few weeks in England, reaching the final at Queen's and the last four at Wimbledon.

Grosjean's locks drew lavish praise

So what was the burning issue in his final press conference - the Frenchman's improved serve, his agility around the court or his leap up the rankings?

Questioner: What do you think about men's hair and glamour in the tournament?

Grosjean: Is not an easy question. I mean, huh?

Questioner: How do you keep your long locks in shape?

Grosjean: You like? Yeah? Thanks, I like it. It's pretty good.

Tomorrow, facial tips from Mark Philippoussis.

Good look for Scud

It may be hard to understand but several of our English-speaking cousins insist upon using their own broadcasters to cover Wimbledon.

Naturally, the BBC commentary team remains without equal, but American network NBC has been keen to flag up its own coverage even in Britain.

And a selection of highlights from Friday's men's semi-finals revealed a growing affection for Mark Philippoussis from 'sportscaster' Mary Carillo.

"Philippoussis has either become very mature, or he's tired, but whatever it is, I like the expression on his face."

Question time

As the tournament reaches crunch time so the big guns appear in the Royal Box on Centre Court, and Friday was the day of the grand inquisitors.

Michael Parkinson is the BBC's Mr Chat Show

The likes of general Sir Mike and Lady Jackson, and Vice-Admiral James and Mrs Burnell-Nugent must have been afraid to turn around for fear of a roasting from three of television's greatest interviewers.

The venerable Sir David Frost was in attendance for the men's semi-finals, along with Mr and Mrs Michael Parkinson.

But regular viewers of BBC football coverage will surely agree that, if the tough questions need asking there is only one man for the job - and Garth Crooks was on hand should anything befall Garry Richardson.

You reckon, Roger?

Roger Federer got a bit carried away after his sensational performance against Andy Roddick.

The Swiss star suggested his opponent had enjoyed being on the end of a straight-sets thrashing.

"Often when I play him he praises my game," he said. "I guess he enjoys watching me play against him."