In a thrilling match at Roland-Garros, the top seed Novak Djokovic secured his spot in the third round by defeating Spaniard Roberto Carballes Baena with a score of 6-4, 6-1, 6-2. The Serbian tennis star showcased his dominance on the clay court in Paris on Thursday afternoon.
Djokovic, who is currently ranked No. 1 in the world, will now face the winner of the match between Frenchman Gael Monfils and Italian Lorenzo Musetti, the No. 30 seed. The anticipation is high as fans eagerly await to see who Djokovic will face in the next round.
In the previous round of Roland-Garros 2024, Djokovic, 37, defeated French wildcard Pierre-Hugues Herbert with a score of 6-4, 7-6 (3), 6-4. His consistent performance and strategic gameplay have solidified his position as a top contender in the tournament.
Carballes Baena, ranked No. 63, put up a strong fight in the match against Djokovic, but ultimately fell short against the seasoned champion. In the previous round, Carballes Baena secured a victory against Frenchman Constant Lestienne with a score of 6-3, 7-5, 4-6, 6-2.
As the Roland-Garros tournament progresses, the competition is heating up with top players battling it out on the clay courts of Paris. Tennis enthusiasts around the world are eagerly following the action-packed matches and eagerly anticipating the outcome of each round. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting Grand Slam event.