Australian Open: Roger Federer beats Gasquet; Novak Djokovic downplays injury

Roger Federer celebrates after beating Richard Gasquet. Pic/AFP

Defending champion Roger Federer continued his dominance over Richard Gasquet to reach the round of 16 at the Australian Open on Saturday. The Swiss star beat the Frenchman 6-2, 7-5, 6-4. Federer has unheralded Hungarian and one-time training partner Marton Fucsovics up next and a potential quarter-final with Tomas Berdych, who upset Juan Martin Del Porto.

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic claimed his 11th round of 16 appearance at the Australian Open. He advanced with a 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 win over Albert Ramos-Vinolas. There was concern in his camp when Djokovic sought a medical timeout for treatment to his lower back. He later played down the extent of the problem, saying "it's okay, nothing major".

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