January 22, 2018 -- Melbourne, Australia

The defending champion took a step into the second week at the Australian Open after defeating Marton Fucsovics. The second seed played strong winning his match 6-4, 7-6 (3), 6-2.

While the talk of the tournament has been surrounding multiple upsets, Roger has been playing brilliant tennis.

Roger will face Tomas Berdych in the Quarterfinals.