No dramas on Thursday, as Richard comfortably took apart wildcard, Frederico Gil, 6-1, 6-2.
In the quarter-finals, Richard will face American, Vince Spadea.
Dominating in his second round match against Gill, Richard did not face a single break point, winning the majority of points on serve. Returning well, Richard had a good look at Gill's serve which earned him the breaks of serve.
Allez Richard!