Federer reaches the semifinals in London after impressive performance

Roger beats Anderson in straight sets. VIDEO

Federer beats Anderson

Roger Federer is back on track in London.

The world no.3 shrugged off a bad loss in the first round against Kei Nishikori to later dismiss Dominic Thiem (6-2 6-3) and Kevin Anderson (6-4 6-3) in straight sets.

The match against Anderson

Roger Federer was eager to have a great performance against the South African also to grab the first place in his group.

The pair went toe to toe until the 6th game of the opening set (3-3) just before Anderson lost his service game at love (4-3 Federer). However, Federer lost his serve in the following game (4-4) just before breaking Anderson for the 2nd consecutive time at love again (5-4). Roger was in deep waters in the game after when he was 0-40. However, he found the way to win the next 5 points and the set (6-4).

The second set had a similar script with both players solid in the first part of the set. Then Roger won 4 consecutive games to reverse a 2-3 deficit in a 6-4 6-3 win. The match ended after 1 hour and 17 minutes.

After this contest, both Federer and Anderson qualified for the semifinals.  Roger as no.1 and Kevin as no.2.

Federer Anderson highlights

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