US EditionBizarre Chaos at French Open as Unexpected Fireworks Spark Confusion and Disrupt the Atmosphere
- Novak Djokovic played his third-round French Open match against Filip Misolic on Saturday at 8:15 p.m. Local time on Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris.
- Djokovic asked tournament officials to avoid scheduling his match during the evening so he could watch the Champions League final featuring Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan, but the organizers kept the original timetable unchanged.
- During Djokovic’s 7-5, 6-1 win in a match lasting one hour and 42 minutes, fireworks from PSG supporters near Roland-Garros interrupted play and caused unusual scenes, especially at Court Simonne Mathieu.
- Tournament director Amélie Mauresmo noted that the tournament receives frequent inquiries from players and indicated that occasional noise from football supporters is acceptable at Roland-Garros.
- Djokovic’s denied scheduling request and the disruption from football celebrations highlight ongoing challenges in aligning French Open matches with major football events in Paris.
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Bizarre Chaos at French Open as Unexpected Fireworks Spark Confusion and Disrupt the Atmosphere
Novak Djokovic made it clear where his football loyalties lie– he’s Team PSG all the way. The 24-time Grand Slam champ was hoping to catch the big clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan, set to be played in Munich. So much so, he even put in a request to the French Open schedulers, hoping they could work his match timing around the game. But, unfortunately for Djokovic, that wish didn’t quite make the cut. Still, PSG fans managed to m…
Djokovic faces Misolic at French Open with eyes on Champions League final
PARIS — The French Open third round continues on Saturday with Novak Djokovic headlining the night session, while world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and top seeds including Alexander Zverev, Jack Draper, Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are also in action.
Novak Djokovic sees French Open request rejected as he gets exactly what he didn't want - The Mirror
The 24-time Grand Slam winner won't be happy with Roland Garros officials as he's handed the Saturday night session for the second year running - having wanted to avoid it due to the Champions League final
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