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Djokovic Accused of Mind Games by French Open Rival
30 May
Summary
- Royer accused Djokovic of mind games after their French Open match.
- Djokovic won the match 6-3, 6-2, 6-7(9), 6-3 on May 27.
- Djokovic is preparing for his next match against Joao Fonseca.
Novak Djokovic faced accusations of playing mind games from his opponent, Valentin Royer, after their encounter at the 2026 French Open. The second-round match, held on May 27 at Roland Garros, saw Djokovic emerge victorious with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-7(9), 6-3 scoreline.
Royer, defeated on his home court, expressed his frustration during a post-match press conference, characterizing Djokovic's approach as 'mind games.' He described the tactics as typical of the experienced Serbian player.
Djokovic, who had previously defeated Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the first round, advanced to face Joao Fonseca in the third round. In his own press conference, Djokovic reacted to being asked about playing 'reasonably long matches,' asserting that a three-and-a-half-hour contest was indeed long and exhausting.
