Federer cruises through 'perfect' opener

Roger Federer began the defence of his French Open title today with a comfortable victory over world number 71 Peter Luczak.

Federer cruises through 'perfect' opener
Mon, 24 May, 2010 - 17:30

Roger Federer began the defence of his French Open title today with a comfortable victory over world number 71 Peter Luczak.

The Swiss star was rarely troubled in a 6-4 6-1 6-2 victory on court Philippe Chatrier that sets up a second-round match with Colombia’s Alejandro Falla.

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