Federer starts 17th Open tilt with win

Roger Federer has been broken but far from beaten, starting his 17th Australian Open campaign with a straight sets win.

Federer made light work of Nikoloz Basilashvili at Melbourne Park on Monday night, defeating the Georgian 6-2 6-1 6-2.

The Swiss superstar was broken in the opening set but otherwise cruised to victory in one hour and 12 minutes.