Roddick demolishes Ram

Andy Roddick cantered into the second round of Wimbledon after demolishing Rajeev Ram 6-3 6-2 6-2 in an all-American showdown on Court One.

The fifth seed and three-time Wimbledon runner-up took control from the start when he broke Ram in the second game with a wonderful passing shot catching the eye.

Some dynamic play at the net helped him complete a successful first set and the second opened with Roddick breaking once again.

In a flash the 27-year-old’s superior power had swept him 3-0 ahead, with one monster serve registering 142mph on the speed gun.

Ram, seeking his first grand slam match victory, offered greater resistance in the third set but was broken again in the seventh game when his range deserted him.

It did not take long for Roddick to wrap up victory, with the world number seven hitting a blistering ace that summed up his performance.

“I played well today and returned well. I’m really happy to be here,” said Roddick. “This place should inspire anyone who likes tennis. It’s a privilege to be here.”