Djokovic, Federer win in Rome openers in straights
Also: Gasquet defeats Dimitrov; Almagro ousted.
Also: Gasquet defeats Dimitrov; Almagro ousted.
John Tomic's case is adjourned after the man he allegedly assaulted declined to return for Tuesday's scheduled hearing.
The Brit defeated Williams, 6-3, 6-2, in windy conditions.
"I don't think it would be a problem," Federer said. "We're very relaxed."
Williams retains No. 1 ranking; Nadal wins 23rd Masters.
The Spaniard beat Pablo Andujar in straights and will play Tomas Berdych or Stanislas Wawrinka for the title.
Williams, now 30-2 this season, beats Errani 7-5, 6-2.
Spaniard improves his career record against countryman to 18-4.
Joins Sharapova in semis with 6-3, 0-6, 7-5 win over Anabel Medina Garrigues.
The world No. 2 lost in three sets, 6-4, 1-6, 6-2.
