NEW YORK — Roger Federer kept up his sprint through the early rounds of the U.S. Open on Thursday, steamrolling Steve Darcis of Belgium 6-1 6-2 6-1 to reach the third round of the year's final grand slam.
Federer took just 80 minutes to dispatch the 66th-ranked Darcis under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium and has lost just nine games in his first two matches.
In an ominous warning to his rivals, Federer said his early form points to a successful fortnight at Flushing Meadows, one of his favorite haunts.
"Very often I start this tournament quite strong," said the 34-year-old.