Roger Federer vs Kevin Anderson LIVE: Wimbledon updates from No 1 Court

Federer has been relegated to No 1 Court for the first time in three years but he is still expected to adapt to his new surroundings to progress to the semi-finals.

The Swiss star has been in incredible form this week as he moved into the last eight without dropping a single set.

But the pressure will now be cranked up and the stakes are raised – and Federer knows he must perform or risk being dumped out of the competition.

“I feel like it’s the same. I know that my level at this stage doesn’t drop under a certain level,” Federer said.

“I also feel like I can be only surprised so much because I won’t underestimate my opponent.

“I feel there is on both ends a feeling of how good can he play or how bad can I play, and how does that match up.

“I do believe that me, the top player, many top players, can lose against a lot of the guys, even going all the way down to 200 in the world.

“I feel like everybody who is within the top 250 maybe has a chance on any given day. He might not win the tournament, but he can beat you.”

Roger Federer vs Kevin Anderson LIVE

(* denotes serve)

Roger Federer 6-2 0-3 Kevin Anderson*

Anderson remains in the driving seat in this second set.

*Roger Federer 6-2 0-2 Kevin Anderson

Anderson plays two very aggressive returns and it pays dividends as he earns two break point. Another magnificent return sets him up to hit a winner and Federer loses his serve for the first time this tournament.

Roger Federer 6-2 0-1 Kevin Anderson*

Federer pushes for another early break and takes the game to deuce but Anderson fends him off with two consecutive aces.

*Roger Federer 6-2 Kevin Anderson

Perfect service game for Federer who finishes off the set with another magnificent drop shot.

Roger Federer 5-2 Kevin Anderson*

Federer turns defense into attack with two returns from Anderson’s serve to earns a breakpoint. He then punishes the No 8 seed’s second serve to break for a second time in this first set.

Meanwhile in the other match taking place on Centre Court, Kei Nishikori has just broken back against Novak Djokovic, who is 4-3 up in the opening set.

*Roger Federer 4-2 Kevin Anderson

A long backhand up the line for 30-love was followed by an exquisite drop shot which Anderson only reached after the second bounce. Federer then delivered his first ace of the match to wrap up a clean service game.

Roger Federer 3-2 Kevin Anderson*

Anderson fires a forehand into the net after a 20-shot rally to take the score to 30-30. Federer then returns a serve beyond the far baseline but he strikes back for deuce.

Three deuces later and Anderson holds serve without facing a breakpoint.

*Roger Federer 3-1 Kevin Anderson

Vintage Federer with his trademark serve and first-shot winner to go 30-love ahead. Anderson pulls one point back as Federer shoots too deep but the Swiss star volleys for the game.

Roger Federer 2-1 Kevin Anderson*

Much better from Anderson as he holds to 15. Federer struggled to defend the massive serve and twice sent the return beyond the baseline.

*Roger Federer 2-0 Kevin Anderson

Federer holds serve with ease as he toys with Anderson by sending him all over the court.

Roger Federer 1-0 Kevin Anderson*

Sloppy start from Anderson as he lashes a forehand wide left before making the same mistake with a backhand going right to gift Federer three break points.

The South African rescues one but Federer breaks at the second attempt.

1.10pm: The umpire the final 30 seconds of warm-up and we’re about to get underway with Anderson to serve…

1pm: The players make their way on court to a rousing reception. I’m sure these supporters did not expect to see the top seed in action here today.

12.30pm: Good afternoon and welcome to No 1 Court at Wimbledon. I must admit it’s a little strange waiting for Federer on this show court.

Players expected to emerge in about 30 minutes time.