Roddick out of Cincinnatti Masters

Andy Roddick has exited the Cincinnatti Masters following a three-sets defeat to Philipp Kohlschreiber.

Former world number one Roddick claimed the first 6-7 but his opponent hit back 7-5 6-1 to advance to the second record in Ohio.

"I was just disappointed," said the 28-year-old after the match. "Equal parts mad and disappointed in myself.

"My team also, we've been trying hard to get back. It's essentially a long uphill battle."

American Roddick is currently ranked number 12 in the world.