Novak Djokovic returns to Roland Garros 9 months after winning Olympic Gold

Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic has returned to the clay court Grand Slam at Roland Garros after 9 months of winning the world class game in the Olympic final. Djokovic who is known to be a part of ‘The Big Three’ entered the court without a coach, uncertain of the results but with all the confidence of beating the Spaniard, in what is only the best match of 2024. 

Now the immaculate Serbian will be returning to the clay court in the second Grand Slam which is being defended by Carlos Alcaraz who won it in 2024. The French Open will be having a heated competition with in form players like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and the three ime Paris Champion Novak Djokovic on his way to clinch his 25th Grand Slam title. 

Alexander Zverev ranked No.1 in the world ranking is also looking to climb the ladder and claim the title that was a whisper away. Casper Rudd is also in contention to get hold of the trophy that he missed to win twice before. 

Novak’s 2025 Roland Garros draw is as follows

R1: vs Mackenzie McDonald  

R2: vs Corentin Moutet 

R3: vs Denis Shapovalov 

R4: vs Daniil Medvedev/ Ugo Humbert 

Q5: vs Alexander Zverev/ Francisco Cerundolo 

SF: vs Jannik Sinner/Jack Draper 

F: vs Carlos Alcaraz/Andrey Rublev/ Casper Rudd/ Stefanos Tsistsipas

Vinodhini

A Journalism and Communication graduate who is ever curious and comprehensive about the happenings of the nation. Interested in knowing and breaking down regular news and updates in entertainment, sports, travel and current affairs, has an eye for detail and research from multiple perspectives.

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