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
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.