Djokovic Stumbles in Geneva, Falls to Machac in Semis; To Play French Open With No Titles In 2024
Novak Djokovic’s preparations for the French Open hit a snag as he was upset in the Geneva Open semifinals by Czech player Tomas Machac. The final score was 6-4, 0-6, 6-1, leaving the world No. 1 without a title on the season heading into Roland Garros.
The match was a tale of two sets for Djokovic. He started strong, taking the first set 6-4. However, the wheels seemed to come off in the second set, with Machac dominating 6-0. The deciding set wasn’t much closer, with Machac cruising to a 6-1 victory.
Djokovic’s Struggles Continue
This loss extends Djokovic’s winless streak in semifinals this year to three. He previously fell short at the Australian Open against Jannik Sinner. Djokovic also admitted to concerns about his form, with a current record of 14-6 overall in 2024.
Machac’s Career-Defining Win
For Machac, ranked a lowly 44th in the world, this win is a career-defining moment. He played with incredible heart and took advantage of Djokovic’s lapses in concentration. This victory will undoubtedly propel him up the rankings and boost his confidence heading into future tournaments.
Djokovic’s French Open Defense in Question
With the French Open just around the corner, questions swirl around Djokovic’s ability to defend his title. This loss adds to the narrative of a player struggling to find his best form. However, Djokovic is known for his mental toughness and ability to rise to the occasion. Only time will tell if he can turn things around in Paris.
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French Open Chances
While Djokovic is lacking titles, some consider this year’s French Open to be particularly open. With Rafael Nadal potentially nearing the end of his career and his own 14th Roland Garros title seemingly out of reach, the path could be clear for Djokovic to claim the title of Grand Slam leader. However, his recent struggles and lack of match wins raise questions about his form.
Despite the title drought, Djokovic remains a formidable competitor. It will be interesting to see if he can rediscover his winning form and defend his French Open title, or if this year will see a new champion crowned at Roland Garros.
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