He’s flattered to deceive before, but Kevin Anderson currently certainly looks set for yet another good run at Wimbledon in 2019.
South Africa’s top-ranked tennis player, who memorably reached the final of last year’s edition, reached the third round following a 6-4 6-7 (3/7) 6-1 6-4 victory over Serbia’s Janko Tipsarevic.
It was a workmanlike performance from the lanky 33-year-old.
His biggest weapon was once again his imposing serve, which delivered 24 aces and was particularly impressive in securing the third and fourth sets very comfortably after losing a tie-breaker in the second.
It points to his resolve that has become so apparent over the past few years.
Anderson will face Argentina’s Guido Pella next.
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