Federer joins Djokovic in Cincinnati Masters quarter-finals

Roger Federer engineered a 6-1, 6-1 rout in less than an hour, outclassing the big-serving Kevin Anderson to join Novak Djokovic in the quarter-finals of the ATP and WTA Cincinnati Masters on Thursday.

Switzerland’s Federer swept the first set in 21 minutes and began the second set with a break of South African Anderson.

“I’m pleased with a rock-solid performance,” said the six-time champion. “I know it’s only the quarters but I’m playing great tennis. I hope I can keep it up tomorrow.”