Novak Djokovic thrives on negativity during tennis matches, using it as motivation, whether he’s winning or losing. At the French Open, he faced criticism from both spectators and encountered challenges against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Despite the difficulties, Djokovic turned the match in his favor and emerged victorious.
The crowd’s negative reaction drew a response from Djokovic, who expressed his disapproval while acknowledging their right to express themselves. He rarely engages with such behavior but sometimes feels compelled to respond to perceived disrespect.
In addition to Djokovic, other seeded players such as Carlos Alcaraz, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Karen Khachanov, and Lorenzo Musetti advanced in the tournament. Among the women, Aryna Sabalenka and Daria Kasatkina also progressed to the fourth round, while Jessica Pegula suffered an unexpected early exit. Overall, the French Open has witnessed surprising outcomes, with several top-seeded players already eliminated from the competition.