This is very rare not to be underlined. An anomaly, almost, in a calendar that he has been planning for years. Novak Djokovic has decided to accept the invitation to the ATP 250 in Geneva (May 20 – May 26), a week before Roland-Garros. The Serbian was perhaps counting on the interminable Masters 1000 in Rome to get his bearings, but a bottle of water and Alejandro Tabilo, his opponent, decided otherwise.
A rhythm to take
Never in his career has Novak Djokovic, since his explosion at the highest level, presented such a poor record with twelve victories and five defeats. A pace which will force him to defend his place as world number 1 at Roland-Garros where Jannik Sinner, if he lines up, could seize it.
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This season on clay, Novak Djokovic was beaten in the semi-finals of the Masters 1000 in Monte-Carlo before withdrawing from the one in Madrid. The Serbian was then surprised as soon as he entered the fray by Alejandro Tabilo. In Geneva, Novak Djokovic could find his former rival Andy Murray, also invited, just like Denis Shapovalov. He should play his first match Tuesday or Wednesday.
2024-05-17 14:35:35
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