WIMBLEDON, England — Second-ranked Rafael Nadal has advanced to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon.

The Spaniard beat Mikhail Youzhny of Russia 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 on Court 1 today.

During the second game of the match, Nadal had an injury scare after stumbling.

Extra strapping was attached to Nadal's right leg by his trainer, but he didn't appear to be troubled as he completed the victory in 2 hours, 10 minutes.