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Joao Fonseca eliminates Novak Djokovic in French Open upset

Yahoo Entertainment • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 10:29 PM

Last updated May 29, 2026

Joao Fonseca eliminates Novak Djokovic in French Open upset
Summary

Joao Fonseca defeated Novak Djokovic in the third round of the 2026 French Open, eliminating the defending champion. The loss marks a significant upset as Djokovic was a favorite to win the tournament. Fonseca capitalized on crucial moments throughout the match to secure victory. This event continues a pattern of top seeds falling early in the competition, raising questions about the tournament's competitiveness this year.

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  • •Joao Fonseca won against Novak Djokovic in the third round.
  • •Djokovic was a favorite to win the tournament.
  • •The match contributed to several upsets among top seeds.
  • •Fonseca capitalized on crucial points during the match.
  • •He will face a challenging opponent in the next round.
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  • 10:29 PMYahoo Entertainment — French Open: Joao Fonseca upsets Novak Djokovic in third round as favorites continue to fall - Yahoo Sports
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Novak Djokovic was surprisingly eliminated from the 2026 French Open.

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