Novak Djokovic kicked off his French Open campaign in style, cruising past Mackenzie McDonald in straight sets (6-3, 6-3, 6-3) and moving one giant step toward a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Despite a brief hiccup in the second set at 5-2, his quick recovery showcased his classic determination and skill. 🎾🔥
Fresh off his 100th tour title win in Geneva, Djokovic is now eyeing a fourth French Open crown to surpass legend Margaret Court's record. Reflecting on his career, he remarked, "I don\"t know how many more Grand Slams I\"ve got left in my body," reminding fans that passion and perseverance know no age.
In a surprising twist, 2021 US Open champion Daniil Medvedev was stunned by Cam Norrie in a five-set thriller (7-5, 6-3, 4-6, 1-6, 7-5) after nearly four hours of fierce competition, marking another early exit at Roland Garros for Medvedev.
Highlights didn\"t stop there—Alexander Zverev delivered an impressive performance against American teenager Learner Tien, while young talents Joao Fonseca and British contender Jack Draper also secured wins, adding even more fuel to the tournament\'s fiery atmosphere. With so much excitement on the court, fans can expect plenty more drama in the coming rounds!
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Djokovic cruises into French Open 2nd round, Norrie upsets Medvedev
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