Novak Djokovic opened his Roland Garros campaign with a four-set comeback win over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, surviving an uneven start to reach the second round and extend his Grand Slam appearances record.
Novak Djokovic opened his Roland Garros campaign with a four-set victory over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on Sunday, surviving an uneven start to move into the second round in Paris.
Djokovic dropped the first set before finding his rhythm and closing out a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 win on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
The top seed was tested early by the big-serving Frenchman, but once he levelled the match in the second set, Djokovic took control with cleaner returning and steadier baseline play.
The result keeps Djokovic’s title bid alive as he continues his bid for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam singles title. It also marked his 82nd Grand Slam singles appearance, the men’s record, according to ATP Tour coverage.
Djokovic advanced into the second round after an opening-night match that was not fluent throughout, but was controlled enough once he settled into the contest.
Revision note
Initial automated publication.