Nadal and Federer safely through to round two

World number one Rafael Nadal fought back from losing the first set to beat Martin Klizan 4-6 6-3 6-3 6-3 on Centre Court and secure a place in the second round at Wimbledon yesterday.

Nadal, who lost in the first round last year, recovered from what was a spirited opening attack by Klizan, ranked some 50 places below the recently crowned French Open champion.

One of Nadal’s biggest challengers, Roger Federer, began his quest for a record eighth title in style by brushing aside Paolo Lorenzi in straight sets.