João Fonseca upsets Novak Djokovic in dramatic French Open match
Yahoo Entertainment • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 8:04 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
João Fonseca defeated Novak Djokovic in a five-set marathon during the third round of the French Open on May 29, 2026. Fonseca, down two sets, won 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5. The match lasted nearly five hours, showcasing Fonseca's skill as he blasted three aces to secure the victory. This win marks Fonseca's significant moment in his young career, potentially shifting the competitive dynamics in men's tennis. He is poised to continue his run in the tournament, leaving Djokovic, who played well but faltered in the latter sets, out of the draw.
- •Fonseca wins after trailing two sets against Djokovic.
- •Match lasted 4 hours and 53 minutes.
- •Fonseca serves three consecutive aces to secure the win.
- •This marks Fonseca's first appearance in the round of 16 at a Grand Slam.
- •Djokovic, at 39, exits the tournament after a strong performance.
- 8:04 PMYahoo Entertainment — A star Is born: João Fonseca outlasts Novak Djokovic in instant classic - Yahoo Sports
"João Fonseca just proved he's worthy of turning the Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner duopoly into a threesome.
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