Record hunter Djokovic passes Mpetshi Perricard test in Paris
PARIS, May 24 - Novak Djokovic began his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title by crossing a milestone and a tricky hurdle with a 5-7 7-5 6-1 6-4 French Open first-round victory over local hope Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on Sunday.
Djokovic survives French Open opener
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