Djokovic knocked out of French Open by teenager Fonseca
Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the French Open by Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca in a dramatic third-round match. Fonseca's victory marks him as the first teenager to defeat Djokovic in a Grand Slam event, showcasing his potential as a future star. Djokovic's loss means he will have to wait longer to achieve his goal of a record 25th Grand Slam title.
- ▪Djokovic lost to Fonseca with a score of 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5.
- ▪This defeat continues Djokovic's pursuit of surpassing Margaret Court's Grand Slam record.
- ▪Fonseca's win positions him as a serious contender for a major title.
- ▪The match lasted nearly five hours and included a comeback from Fonseca after losing the first two sets.
- ▪Djokovic's performance included impressive shots but ultimately fell short against the rising star.
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Open this photo in gallery:Brazil's Joao Fonseca celebrates winning his third-round match against Serbia's Novak Djokovic at the French Open on Friday.Guglielmo Mangiapane/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountNovak Djokovic’s latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.Djokovic’s defeat means the 39-year-old Serb’s wait to go past Margaret Court’s mark will continue in the twilight of his glorious career, and also further opens up the draw in Paris a day after world No.
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