Blake wins Delray opener
Blake lost in the fouth round at the Australian Open last week The world number six - who lost to eventual runner-up Fernando Gonzalez in Australia - saw off compatriot Kendrick 6-3 6-2 in under an hour.Third seed Xavier Malisse beat Colombian Alejandro Falla 6-4 7-6.”It was nice to win comfortably against someone I’ve battled in juniors, college and the top level,” said Blake.”I felt in control, but you never want to get too comfortable. “I was at 15-30 a couple times and
was worried that if he pulled even or ahead, he could take control with his big serve.”