Novak Djokovic won his second-round match at the French Open 2025 on Thursday. He defeated France’s Corentin Moutet 6-3, 6-2, 7-6(1) at Roland Garros. This victory moved Djokovic into the tournament’s third round.

Tough Battle in the Third Set

Although Moutet impressed the Paris crowd with quick drop shots, Djokovic controlled the match with skill and calmness. The match lasted just over three hours. Notably, the third set was the most challenging. Moutet earned a set point, but Djokovic stayed focused and won the tiebreak.

Djokovic Regains Top Form

Djokovic started the tournament well with a win over Mackenzie McDonald. Moreover, he recently won his 100th ATP Tour title at the Geneva Open. This shows he is returning to his best form after earlier losses in Monte Carlo and Madrid.

Post-Match Comments

After the match, Djokovic said, “Mentally, I had to stay concentrated and prepared.” He praised Moutet’s speed and great tennis. Djokovic added, “It was a real battle, especially in the third set where I saved a set point. I stayed calm on court, which was not easy.”