Andy Murray dismantles John Millman in straight sets

ByFraser Masefield

Updated 02/07/2016 at 17:52 GMT

British number one Andy Murray continued his bid for a second Wimbledon title as he beat Australian John Millman 6-3 7-5 6-2 in the third round.

Millman put up an excellent fight in a match that was interrupted for rain delays while the Centre Court roof was open.

John Millman slipped on court against Andy Murray

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Murray saved his best for the final set where his sheer class and power made the difference, and finished up with an ace.

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Murray's win followed defending champion Novak Djokovic's elimination from the tournament at the hands of Sam Querrey.

"It was a good match...there were a lot of long rallies," he said as he came off court.

"John moves well and he really makes you earn it. I had to be a little more patient today."

But Murray played down the significance of Djokovic's loss.

"I need to reach the final for that result to have any bearing whatsoever on my performance," he said. "I have very tough guys left in my half of the draw."

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