French Open: Novak Djokovic overcomes slow start, hostile crowd

PARIS — At age 39, Novak Djokovic can still wear opponents down. Even opponents nearly half his age — and in front of a hostile crowd. Djokovic came back from a set down for a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 victory over 22-year-old home player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the first round of the French Open on Sunday in his record 82nd Grand Slam appearance. READ: Novak Djokovic hints at retirement as time seeps away on history bid Novak just enjoying the moment 😁 Djokovic qui ambiance le court Philippe-Chatrier au changement de côté est notre nouvel instant détente avec Hespéride […]...

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