Overview
- Djokovic has arrived at Roland Garros and began on-site practice sessions, training with Alexander Zverev and Marin Cilic on Wednesday as he finalises preparations for the May 24 main draw.
- The 38-year-old told reporters he is struggling with recurring physical issues and is 'half a step' slower, saying he is not at the level he needs to be to reliably reach the latter rounds.
- He has played very little this season, reaching the Australian Open final but entering Paris after only three events and a single clay match, a loss to Dino Prizmic in Rome that left his match sharpness in question.
- Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal promoted Djokovic to the No. 3 seed behind Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev, a change that alters the draw but does not remove concerns about his form.
- As a 24-time major champion and three-time Paris winner, Djokovic remains a live contender, but his age and limited clay tune-up mean his movement and match rhythm will be the key factors to watch in the first week.