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Federer fends off Frenchman Chardy at Indian Wells

Roger Federer plays against Jeremy Chardy at Indian Wells tournament. [Photo: Courtesy]

World number one Roger Federer advanced to the quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open with a 7-5 6-4 victory over Jeremy Chardy on Wednesday.

The 36-year-old surrendered just three points on serve in the opening set and took control of the second with a crosscourt backhand winner that broke Chardy when tied at 4-4.

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