Shanghai Masters: A. Murray defeats L. Pouille 6-1, 6-3

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return against Lucas Pouille of France during their men's singles match at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai on October 13, 2016. © AFP

World No. 2 Andy Murray booked his place in the last 8 of the Shanghai Masters, with a dominant 6-1, 6-3 victory over Frenchman Lucas Pouille.

Andy Murray.

The Brit began his encounter superbly, breaking his 22 year old opponent in the 2nd and 4th games, and concluded an Impressive 1st set in 39 minutes.

Lucas Pouille.

Pouille was broken immediately at the start of the 2nd set, and although he managed to hold his serve 3 times thereafter, he was unable to stop Murray from breaking again to seal the Victory.

Murray will next face Belgium’s David Goffin who ousted Frenchman Gael Monfils in 3 sets.


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