Djokovic Advances to French Open Second Round Despite Challenging Season

The defending champion overcame French wildcard Pierre-Hugues Herbert, maintaining a perfect first-round record at Roland Garros.

Novak Djokovic defeated Pierre-Hugues Herbert 6-4, 7-6 (7/3), 6-4 to reach the second round.
Djokovic, aiming for his fourth French Open title and 25th Grand Slam, has not reached a final this season.
The Serbian faced a difficult year with no titles and health issues affecting his performance.
Rafael Nadal, Djokovic's long-time rival, was eliminated in the first round by Alexander Zverev.
Djokovic will play Roberto Carballes Baena in the next round.