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Fleishman wins in three sets in Japan Open's first round

Associated Press

Monday, October 1, 2007

TOKYO -- Zack Fleishman of the United States defeated Kei Nishikori of Japan 7-6 (5), 3-6, 6-1 in the first round of the Japan Open on Monday. Top-seeded David Ferrer of Spain has a first-round bye along with Australia's Lleyton Hewitt, seeded fourth. Defending champion Roger Federer pulled out as he continues to rest after the U.S. Open and Davis Cup. In other men's matches, Ivan Navarro of Spain defeated Robin Haase of the Netherlands 7-6 (5), 7-6 (0) while Germany's Mischa Zverev beat It ...

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