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The clearest sign Father Time is closing in on Djokovic?

The clearest sign Father Time is closing in on Djokovic?

Summary

Novak Djokovic, aged 39, lost a long and dramatic five-set match to 19-year-old Joao Fonseca at the French Open. This defeat ended Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title and showed signs that age might be affecting his performance.

Key Facts

  • Djokovic was the last male Grand Slam champion remaining in the French Open men’s draw.
  • The match lasted nearly five hours and was highly competitive.
  • Djokovic won the first two sets but lost the next three to Fonseca.
  • Fonseca is 19 years old, while Djokovic is 39 years old.
  • This loss ended Djokovic’s chance to surpass the record for most major singles titles.
  • Djokovic had already played almost seven hours in earlier rounds before this match.
  • Djokovic plans to compete next at Wimbledon, where he has won seven times.
  • Djokovic admitted he "ran out of gas" and did not feel good during the final sets.
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