Overview
- Novak Djokovic defeated Yannick Hanfmann 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 in nearly three hours despite two on-court vomiting episodes.
- The first incident occurred mid-second set, followed by a second during a changeover into a courtside bin.
- Djokovic called the conditions brutal, citing roughly 80% humidity and saying morning matches feel especially harsh.
- Arthur Rinderknech reported breathing problems and said extreme humidity plus local pollution likely worsened the situation.
- Multiple players have struggled this week, with Jannik Sinner withdrawing with cramps and Taylor Fritz collapsing in separate matches, while Djokovic is due to face Jaume Munar in the round of 16.