Roland Garros: João Fonseca Eliminates Novak Djokovic After Dramatic Five-Set Thriller

Paris – 29.05.2026: On the iconic Court Philippe-Chatrier, one of the most spectacular duels of this year’s Roland Garros took place on Friday. The 19-year-old Brazilian João Fonseca defeated the 38-year-old Serbian Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion and living tennis legend, in an almost five-hour marathon match with scores of 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, and 7-5. This was not only the decisive victory for Fonseca but also one of the biggest upsets of the tournament.Djokovic dominated the early stages, showcasing his experience on clay courts. He won the ...