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Feliciano Lopez gains revenge against Nikoloz Basilashvili

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Feliciano Lopez is through to the second round of the US Open with a three-set victory over Nikoloz Basilashvili, who had beaten him at Wimbledon earlier this year.

Feliciano Lopez has seen off the challenge of Nikoloz Basilashvili in the first round of the US Open.

Feliciano Lopez of Spain gestures during a match against Nikoloz Basilashvili of Georgia in their Men's First Round match on Day One of the 2015 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 31, 2015 © Getty Images

The 18th seed fired down 11 aces on the way to a 7-6 6-1 6-3 triumph over the world number 101.

Earlier this summer, Basilashvili recorded a surprise win over Lopez at Wimbledon, but despite matching the Spaniard during the opening set, he was unable to enjoy similar success on the left-hander's big serve.

After edging the opener, Lopez took control against the Georgian, who was making his debut at Flushing Meadows, and victory was sealed in just 96 minutes.

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Feliciano Lopez in action on day two of the Australian Open on January 20, 2015
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