French Open: Joao Fonseca upsets Novak Djokovic in third round as favorites continue to fall
Nineteen-year-old Joao Fonseca upset Novak Djokovic in the third round of the 2026 French Open, marking a significant early exit for the veteran star. Fonseca overcame a two-set deficit to secure the victory and advance to the fourth round.
Why it matters
This result represents a major shift in professional tennis, as a rising teenager defeats one of the sport's most decorated legends in a Grand Slam tournament.
French Open: Joao Fonseca upsets Novak Djokovic in third round as favorites continue to fall - Yahoo Sports
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