Australian Open day two: Federer, Djokovic and Konta progress to second round

Swiss star Federer is optimistic for 2018 after two grand slam wins last year

Roger Federer Australian Open grand slam tennis
Roger Federer celebrates his win against Aljaz Bedene at the Australian Open in Melbourne
(Image credit: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Roger Federer is hoping for “another good year” after starting his Australian Open title defence with victory over Aljaz Bedene.

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