Federer into Slam third round for 70th time at Wimbledon

4 Jul 2019 • 11:51 PM MYT
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Switzerland's Roger Federer celebrates winning his first round match against South Africa's Lloyd George Harris, July 2, 2019. — Reuters pic

LONDON, July 4 — Roger Federer reached the last-32 of a Grand Slam for the 70th time today when he defeated British wild card Jay Clarke 6-1, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2 in the second round at Wimbledon.

The eight-time Wimbledon champion, who is chasing a 21st major crown, unleashed 46 winners past the battling world number 169.

Federer will face either Lucas Pouille, the 27th seed, or qualifier Gregoire Barrere for a place in the last 16. — AFP