Djokovic beats Anderson to enter Wimbledon 2021 third round

In a repeat of the 2018 Wimbledon final, Djokovic triumphed once again over Anderson in straight sets in the second round contest on Wednesday.

Published : Jun 30, 2021 19:51 IST

Novak Djokovic beat Kevin Anderson in straight sets in the Wimbledon second round on Wednesday.
Novak Djokovic beat Kevin Anderson in straight sets in the Wimbledon second round on Wednesday.
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Novak Djokovic beat Kevin Anderson in straight sets in the Wimbledon second round on Wednesday.

Top seed Novak Djokovic clinically dispatched big-serving South African Kevin Anderson 6-3 6-3 6-3 on Wednesday to glide ominously into the Wimbledon third round.

Defending champion Djokovic, bidding for a sixth Wimbledon and record-equalling 20th Grand Slam title, was imperious during a grasscourt masterclass on Centre Court.

In a repeat of the 2018 final, the Serbian broke Anderson's serve once in each set and offered up only five unforced errors. His only minor concern were a couple of tumbles to the turf on the lush grass, but he remained unruffled.

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Twice Grand Slam runner-up Anderson, who is battling back after knee problems, did not play a bad match but Djokovic was at his ruthless best as he won in an hour and 41 minutes.

"It was almost flawless today, I hope my coach agrees with that," the 34-year-old said on court.

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