London 2012 Olympics: Novak Djokovic destroys Andy Roddick in second round

 
Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates his victory over Andy Roddick of the United States at the All England Lawn Tennis Club in Wimbledon, London at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 31, 2012.
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31 July 2012

Novak Djokovic gave a notice of medal-winning intent with a stunning display to beat three-time Wimbledon finalist Andy Roddick 6-2 6-1 in the second round of the men's singles.

The second seed had looked a little rusty in his opening win over Fabio Fognini, losing the first set before fighting back in wet and slippery conditions, but today he was on form from the first shot.

Being under the roof on Centre Court today certainly helped, and Djokovic simply blew Roddick away, wrapping up victory in 54 minutes to set up a last-16 clash with either Croatia's Marin Cilic or Lleyton Hewitt of Australia.

Rain frustrated those on outside courts but Cyprus' Marcos Baghdatis beat the deluge to defeat French 16th seed Richard Gasquet 6-4 6-4.

The result meant a huge amount to Baghdatis, who will now meet third seed Andy Murray in a repeat of their late-night clash at the same stage of Wimbledon a month ago.

The 27-year-old said: "It's great emotions. I want to thank whoever is up there for giving me this chance to be part of this life and that's why I kissed the court.

"I am in the last 16 of an Olympic event and that's an incredible thing for me and I hope I will keep going."

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