Novak Djokovic said that he is still keeping his expectations low at the French Open after reaching the third round on May 30.
Djokovic defeated Baena on Thursday (Courtesy: Reuters)
New Delhi,UPDATED: May 30, 2024 22:26 IST
Defending champion Novak Djokovic has said that he is still keeping his expectations at the Roland Garros this year low after reaching the third round of the competition on May 30, Thursday. Djokovic made it to the next round after a straight sets win over Roberto Carballes Baena on Thursday. Djokovic continues to be a hot favourite to retain his crown, but the Serbian isn't getting a lot ahead of himself.
Ahead of the tournament, Djokovic had said his hopes are high, but he was keeping his expectations low. When asked what the situation was after his win, the top seed said the case remains the same and he has believe in himself and capabilities.
“Same. I haven’t had too many wins coming into Roland Garros. I had to lower my expectations. I always believe in myself and capabilities. I know what I’m capable of doing. I’ve done it many times in my career. Going far in a slam has always been the goal. The last 5 years more so than the first 15 years of my career. I look forward to what’s coming up and hopefully I can deliver the goods today.”
I was challenged in the first set
Djokovic looked to be in control of things during the match against Baena, but was tested in the first set. However, he was get a grip of things in the second and third sets to win the match 6-4, 6-1, 6-2. The Serbian star said that he was glad to win the in the first two rounds in straight sets. Djokovic said he was challenged in the first set.
“I’m glad that I came through the opening [two] rounds in straight sets,” Djokovic said. “Again at the beginning, in the first set, I was challenged. He was playing very well, aggressive from the start. It took me a little bit of time to start swinging through the ball a bit more loose. Crucial break to clinch the first set. After that, the second and third set really went my way,” said Djokovic.
Djokovic will now face either Gael Monfils or Lorenzo Musetti in the third round.
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May 30, 2024
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