Federer was pushed to the limit by Simon Greul, but held on for a 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 victory in the U.S. Open. He extended his Open winning streak to 36 and will now face No. 31 Lleyton Hewitt in the third round. Hewitt won in straight sets over Juan Ignacio Chela, 6 - 3, 6 - 3, 6 - 4.
Roger Federer Struggles, Holds Off 65th Ranked Gruel
#3 Rafael Nadal was back into action and disposed of Richard Gasquet in straight sets, 6 - 2, 6 - 2, 6 - 3.
On the women’s side, defending champion Serena Williams wrapping up her match against Melinda Czink in under an hour with a 6-1, 6-1 finish. Her sister Venus played early in the day and defeated Bethanie Mattek, 6 - 4, 6 -2.
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