Djokovic Slams Roland Garros Fans After Tough Win

A visibly annoyed Novak Djokovic called out the Roland Garros crowd after his second-round victory over Valentin Royer at the French Open. The Serbian legend, who won 6-3, 6-2, 6-7(9), 6-3, admitted he hopes to avoid facing any more French players during the remainder of the event following repeated disruptions from spectators. The tension peaked in the third set when Royer fought back from two sets down. Boos intensified after a crucial point, leading Djokovic to sarcastically applaud the crowd. The chair umpire intervened, asking fans to respect both players, but Djokovic countered that respect was absent. The 39-year-old later reflected that the atmosphere made an already difficult match even tougher. Beyond the drama, Djokovic etched his name further into tennis history by reaching the third round for the 21st consecutive year at Roland Garros. He also became the first player to play 120 matches at one Grand Slam, eclipsing Roger Federer's previous mark. His campaign continues against young Brazilian Joao Fonseca. Djokovic credited his opponent for a spirited performance and highlighted the physical toll of competing in extreme heat. He emphasized the importance of staying composed amid external pressures while chasing his 25th major title.