Fed cruises after blip

Roger Federer eased his way into the third round of the French Open – but only after a first-set scare against Spain’s Albert Montanes.

Roger Federer eased his way into the third round of the French Open – but only after a first-set scare against Spain’s Albert Montanes.

The world number one eventually won 6-7 (5/7) 6-1 6-0 6-4 after being stung into action when he lost the first-set tie-break following another extended rain break at Roland Garros.

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