Nishikori recovers to reach Wimbledon third round

Japan’s Kei Nishikori came from behind to down France’s Julien Benneteau on Thursday to book his place in the Wimbledon third round.

Nishikori, the world number six, won 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-2 on Centre Court in two hours and 36 minutes. The 2014 US Open finalist looked briefly troubled when he lost the first set but turned it around.

“I started playing more aggressive and more solid,” the 26-year-old said. “It wasn’t an easy match. He started well so it was a great match for me.”

“He’s a great young player. I think he likes grass. He hits very flat and also has a good serve,” Nishikori said.