Qualifier Kevin Anderson gained momentum in Las Vegas

HEAD player Kevin Anderson reached the final round of the Tennis Channel Open in Las Vegas this weekend.

Qualifier Anderson, who plays with a MicroGel Prestige MP, only played his third ATP tournament. He defeated No. 6 seed Michel Llodra in the first round and didn’t drop a set until Sunday’s final. Facing Sam Querrey, he finally lost in a tight 3 set game 4/6 6/3 6/4.

"It's always disappointing to lose," he said. "I'm obviously extremely competitive, and I would have loved to win today, but it's definitely important to look at the week as a whole and all the benefits that have come out of it. There's been many. That belief of being able to compete with the guys, it's helped by ranking a ton. Overall, I'm extremely happy about the whole week."

The South African had a great start into 2008 starting the season starting from position No. 208 and now reached a career high of No. 121. Now he is aiming for the Top 100!