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Novak Djokovic dispatched Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets at Wimbledon, advancing to the third round with a commanding 6-3 6-4 6-2 victory that extended his dominance over the Greek opponent.
Defending champion Jannik Sinner arrives at Wimbledon seeking to rebuild his season after a shock French Open exit derailed his 30-match winning streak. Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev loom as serious threats to the world No. 1's reign.
Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca pulled off a stunning upset over Novak Djokovic at the French Open, winning 4-6 4-6 6-3 7-5 7-5 in a nearly five-hour marathon. The victory makes Fonseca the first teenager to defeat Djokovic at a Grand Slam event.
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Novak Djokovic continued his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, advancing through another round while top seed Elena Rybakina's campaign ended unexpectedly in the second round.
Iga Swiatek and Novak Djokovic progressed to the French Open third round on Wednesday, but second seed Elena Rybakina was upset by Ukraine's Yuliia Starodubtseva in a stunning upset.
Novak Djokovic overcame a spirited challenge from France's Valentin Royer to advance to the third round of the French Open, moving closer to a historic 25th Grand Slam crown.