Roddick claims rare win over Federer

Andy Roddick produced the shock of the Sony Ericsson Open by knocking world number three Roger Federer out at the third-round stage with a 7-6 (7/4) 1-6 6-4 win.

Andy Roddick produced the shock of the Sony Ericsson Open by knocking world number three Roger Federer out at the third-round stage with a 7-6 (7/4) 1-6 6-4 win.

It was just Roddick’s third win in 24 career meetings against Federer and it ended the Swiss’ run of 16 straight victories in all matches.

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