US EditionFrench Open 2025: Djokovic Cruises Into Second Round with Win over McDonald
- On May 27 at Court Philippe Chatrier, Novak Djokovic secured a straight-sets victory over Mackenzie McDonald at the French Open 2025, winning each set by the same 6-3 scoreline in the opening round.
- Djokovic entered the match with strong recent form and a flawless record in opening rounds at Roland Garros, unbeaten in sets since 2010.
- The match featured a nearly two-hour contest interrupted by strong winds and light rain, forcing a roof closure after Djokovic briefly halted play over conditions.
- Djokovic delivered seven aces and secured 81 percent of points on his first serve. Reflecting on the match, he acknowledged that his opponent has the potential to elevate his game further, but expressed satisfaction with his own performance.
- His victory extended his first-round winning streak to 21 matches at Roland Garros, signaling his continued confidence as a contender for a record 25th Grand Slam title.
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Roland Garros: Novak Djokovic Is More Upset by the Weather than by His Opponent in His Triumphant Debut.
By HOWARD FENDRICH PARIS (AP) — Novak Djokovic experienced the lowest of lows — withdrawing from the French Open after tearing the meniscus in his right knee — and the highest of highs — winning Serbia’s long-awaited Olympic gold medal — at Roland Garros last year. Aside from a few first-set stoppages and lengthy discussions about the windy, wet weather, the 24-time Grand Slam champion had no major issues in his debut, beating 98th-ranked Mackie…
Novak Djokovic off to solid start at Roland Garros, confident of better show in Paris
French Open 2025: World No. 6 Novak Djokovic extended his perfect record in the first-round matches at Roland Garros, beating Mackenzie McDonald of the USA in straight sets on Tuesday, May 27.
Djokovic, Against Wind and Tide, Solidly Solves His Debut
Novak Djokovic , with the title number one hundred in his possession, is presented in Roland Garros in Grand Slam mode, with the gasoline for the Serbian that that supposes, more if possible after attending the homage to his sports nemesis last Sunday. He did not grant a minimum option this Tuesday in his debut to Mackenzie McDonald, a premiere in which, in addition to the American, he also had to overcome the storm that slid over Paris.
Tennis-Djokovic makes smooth start to bid for 25th Grand Slam title
PARIS (Reuters) -Novak Djokovic braved strong winds and light rain but found little resistance from American Mackenzie McDonald, cruising into the French Open second round on Tuesday to start his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam crown. Read full story
French Open 2025: Djokovic cruises into second round with win over McDonald
Fresh off claiming his 100th tour title at Geneva last weekend, Djokovic booked his place in the round of 64 at Roland Garros with a straight-sets win over his 98th-ranked American opponent in under two hours.
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