Anderson gains revenge over Novak Djokovic

South African Kevin Anderson avenged his Wimbledon final defeat by Novak Djokovic with victory over the Serb in the Laver Cup team competition,National Daily learnt.

However, Anderson and Team World trail Team Europe 7-5 going into the final day of the three-day exhibition event.

Team Europe had taken control of the match 7-1 after singles wins for Alexander Zverev and Roger Federer.

But Anderson’s victory and doubles success for American Jack Sock and Australian Nick Kyrgios closed the gap.

Anderson beat Djokovic 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 10-6, sending down 17 aces in the match to help him out of trouble.