FILE PHOTO: Jun 7, 2019; Paris, France: Roger Federer (SUI) in action during his match against Rafael Nadal (ESP) on day 13 of the 2019 French Open at Stade Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports
(Reuters) - Roger Federer was made to work hard by Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at the Halle Open on Thursday before he sealed a 7-6(5) 4-6 7-5 victory in the second round to continue his charge towards a 10th title at the grasscourt tournament.
The 20-times Grand Slam winner, who is using the tournament to prepare for next month's Wimbledon championships, converted two out of four break points to come through a tight match in two hours and 16 minutes.
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