French Open: Teenager Fonseca tames Djokovic in fourth round as shocks continue in Paris

Novak Djokovic of Serbia, left, and Joao Fonseca of Brazil hug after their third round men's singles tennis match at the French Open tennis tournament in Paris, on May 29, 2026

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Novak Djokovic's latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6 4-6 6-3 7-5 7-5 third-round ​defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.Djokovic's defeat means the 39-year-old ‌Serb's wait to go past Margaret Court's mark will continue in the twilight ​of his glorious career, and also further opens up the draw in Paris ⁠a day after world number one Jannik Sinner's shock exit.Victory in an epic clash lasting seven minutes short of five hours ensured Fonseca became the first teenager to beat Djokovic in a Grand Slam match as ‌he announced himself as another genuine contender to claim a maiden major crown.

Joao Fonseca of Brazil reacts as he plays against Novak Djokovic

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