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Djokovic's French Open Drama: Knee Injuries and Comeback Victories

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Novak Djokovic battles through knee injury to secure thrilling victories at the French Open. Will he continue his quest for a 25th major title?

Novak Djokovic, the defending champion and world No. 1, faced a challenging journey at the French Open amid knee injuries. Despite complaints about his knee affecting his performance, Djokovic managed to win a five-set thriller against Francisco Cerundolo, showcasing his resilience and determination on the court.

In a nail-biting match lasting four hours and 39 minutes, Djokovic overcame the odds to secure a spot in the quarter-finals after a dramatic comeback victory. The Serbian player's uncertain future in the tournament added suspense as he expressed doubts about his ability to continue due to his injury.

Despite the physical setbacks, Djokovic impressed fans with his 'never say die' attitude, surpassing Roger Federer on the all-time Grand Slam win list. His remarkable display of skill and perseverance solidified his status as a tennis legend, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the French Open for the formidable player.

As Djokovic continues his pursuit of a fourth French Open title and 25th major title, tennis enthusiasts eagerly await to see if he can overcome his quarter-final fitness concerns and emerge victorious once again. With a legacy marked by thrilling matches and historic achievements, Djokovic's presence in the tournament adds an element of unpredictability and excitement to the competition.

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Novak Djokovic: Defending champion and world No 1 wins another ... (Sky Sports)

Novak Djokovic continues his chase for a record-extending 25th major title and fourth French Open after defeating Francisco Cerundolo in a thrilling four ...

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Novak Djokovic wins five-set French Open thriller despite knee injury (iNews)

The 24-time grand slam champion complained to officials he had 'screwed his knee sliding so much' on Court Philippe Chatrier.

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After Knee Injury, Novak Djokovic Uncertain If He'll Play French ... (Forbes)

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic Storms Back to Win 2nd Straight 5-Setter At Roland Garros.

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Novak Djokovic limps through longest French Open match of career (The Independent)

The defending champion defeated Francisco Cerundolo 6-1 5-7 3-6 7-5 6-3 in four hours and 39 minutes.

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Djokovic casts doubts over quarter-final fitness after edging past ... (The Guardian)

The defending French Open champion recovered from two sets to one down but said: 'I don't know tomorrow … if I'll be able to step out on court and play'

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Injured Djokovic battles back to win French Open quarter-final (FRANCE 24)

An injured Novak Djokovic sealed a 15th consecutive French Open quarter-final with a thrilling comeback victory over Argentinian Francisco Cerundolo in the ...

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'Never say die' Djokovic survives Cerundolo - Roland-Garros - The ... (Roland-Garros)

World No.1 passes Federer on the all-time Grand Slam win list with improbable comeback.

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Djokovic grinds past Cerundolo to reach last eight at French Open (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

For the best part of two hours on Monday afternoon, Novak Djokovic seemed destined to be parting from his French open crown as he limped and languished his ...

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Djokovic set for scan to determine if he can continue in French Open (The National)

The world number one limped into the quarter-finals after defying a knee injury to come through the longest Roland Garros match of his career. Djokovic defeated ...

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French Open: Novak Djokovic to undergo scan on damaged right ... (Evening Standard)

The world no1 was “slipping and sliding” across the court and almost withdrew before beating Francisco Cerundolo.

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Novak Djokovic powers of recovery praised by Chris Evert - 'You ... (Eurosport.com)

Novak Djokovic's sensational French Open comeback win against Francisco Cerundolo showcased his 'best tennis' according to Chris Evert.

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Novak Djokovic questions the purpose of continuing career after ... (Daily Express)

Novak Djokovic got candid about the future of his career after picking up an injury at the French Open.

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Djokovic: “I started writing my history a long time ago” (Tennis Majors)

Following his win over Francisco Cerundolo in the fourth round of the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic spoke about how these kind of matches still motivate ...

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A mid-match domestic! Animated Novak Djokovic and his wife ... (Daily Mail)

The Serbian great was once again taken to five sets as his up-and-down French Open campaign continues, having gone the distance with Lorenzo Musetti in a ...

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Novak Djokovic forced to withdraw from French Open as knee injury ... (The Independent)

The defending champion complained about the condition of the court during his five-set win over Francisco Cerundolo and a MRI scan confirmed he had a 'torn ...

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Novak Djokovic forced to withdraw from French Open after knee injury (The Guardian)

The men's world tennis No 1 Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the French Open in advance of his quarter-final match due to a knee injury.

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Novak Djokovic out of French Open with knee injury and is major ... (iNews)

A Roland Garros spokesperson said: “Due to a torn medial meniscus in his right knee, Novak Djokovic, who was supposed to play Casper Ruud in the quarterfinals ...

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open due to knee - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Novak Djokovic has been forced to withdraw from his French Open quarterfinal against Casper Ruud due to the knee injury he aggravated in his fourth round ...

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Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open with knee injury (FRANCE 24)

Novak Djokovic withdrew from the French Open ahead of his quarter-final against Casper Ruud due to a knee injury suffered in the previous round, ...

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open due to knee injury (Mirror.co.uk)

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the French Open after the world number one aggravated an injury in his right knee during a five-set win over Francisco ...

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open quarterfinals due to ... (NBC Southern California)

An MRI on Tuesday revealed world No. 1 Novak Djokovic has a torn meniscus in his right knee. He was set to face Casper Ruud in the French Open ...

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