28.05.2026 • Updated: 29.05.2026
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J. Fonseca vs N. Djokovic – Match result – 29.05.2026

J. Fonseca flag
ATP - 29
J. Fonseca - N. Djokovic
ATP French Open 1/16-finals
May 29, 2026 11:00
32
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N. Djokovic flag
ATP - 4

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1
H2H W-L 1-0-0
Avg sets per match 5.00
Last 5 W-L 1-0
Last 3 W-L 1-0
Current streak W1
Sets balance +1
Avg sets (last 5) 5.00
Sets range 5-5
3-set matches 1 (99%)
2-0 / 2-1 split 0/0 • 0/0
100% 1 Wins
0% 0 Draws
0% 0 Wins
Last 1 match
Date
Match
Score
Tournament
Surface
29 May 2026
J. Fonseca - N. Djokovic
3:2 (4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5)
ATP French Open
Clay
J. Fonseca

Player Overview

J. Fonseca, a right-handed player standing 185 cm tall, has carved out a respectable career with a baseline win percentage of 64.2%. Over the past two years, he has maintained a win rate of 63.9%, indicating a stable upward trajectory. His Elo rating of 2180 underscores his competency, particularly on clay, where he has a solid track record.

Recent outings have seen Fonseca split results, winning two matches at the French Open but struggling in previous tournaments. Notably, his last five matches show a win rate of 60%, suggesting he can challenge higher-ranked opponents. As he prepares to face Novak Djokovic, Fonseca will need to leverage his serve strategy and capitalize on any chances presented.

Match results: J. Fonseca

29 May 2026 ATP French Open
J. Fonseca
N. Djokovic
3 2
4 6
4 6
6 3
7 5
7 5
W
27 May 2026 ATP French Open
J. Fonseca
D. Prizmic
3 2
3 6
4 6
6 3
6 1
6 2
W
24 May 2026 ATP French Open
J. Fonseca
L. Pavlovic
3 0
7 6
6 4
6 2
W
18 May 2026 ATP Hamburg
Y. Hanfmann
J. Fonseca
0 0
L
9 May 2026 ATP Rome
H. Medjedovic
J. Fonseca
2 1
3 6
6 3
L
26 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid
J. Fonseca
R. Jodar
1 2
6 7
6 4
1 6
L
24 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid
J. Fonseca
M. Cilic
1 0
W
17 Apr 2026 ATP Munich
J. Fonseca
B. Shelton
1 2
3 6
6 3
3 6
L
15 Apr 2026 ATP Munich
Arthur Rinderknech
J. Fonseca
0 2
3 6
2 6
W
14 Apr 2026 ATP Munich
Alejandro Tabilo
J. Fonseca
0 1
3 6
W
N. Djokovic

Player Overview

Novak Djokovic, towering at 188 cm, boasts an impressive career win percentage of 83.1%, reflecting his dominance over the years. However, his current form over the last two years, with a win rate of 77.6%, hints at a slight decline. This trend is further emphasized by a recent dip in performance, with a win percentage of just 40% in his last five matches.

Despite this, Djokovic arrives at the French Open with two solid victories, showcasing his ability to bounce back. His recent loss to D. Prizmic is a reminder that even the greats can falter. Facing Fonseca, Djokovic will need to regain his sharpness and assert control early to avoid another upset.

Match results: N. Djokovic

29 May 2026 ATP French Open
J. Fonseca
N. Djokovic
3 2
4 6
4 6
6 3
7 5
7 5
L
27 May 2026 ATP French Open
V. Royer
N. Djokovic
1 3
3 6
2 6
7 6
3 6
W
24 May 2026 ATP French Open
G. Mpetshi Perricard
N. Djokovic
1 3
7 5
5 7
1 6
4 6
W
8 May 2026 ATP Rome
D. Prizmic
N. Djokovic
2 1
2 6
6 2
6 4
L
12 Mar 2026 ATP Indian Wells
N. Djokovic
J. Draper
1 2
6 4
4 6
L
9 Mar 2026 ATP Indian Wells
N. Djokovic
A. Kovacevic
2 1
6 4
1 6
6 4
W
7 Mar 2026 ATP Indian Wells
N. Djokovic
K. Majchrzak
2 1
4 6
6 1
6 2
W
1 Feb 2026 Australian Open
C. Alcaraz
N. Djokovic
3 1
2 6
6 2
6 3
7 5
L
30 Jan 2026 Australian Open
N. Djokovic
Jannik Sinner
3 2
3 6
6 3
4 6
6 4
6 4
W
28 Jan 2026 Australian Open
Lorenzo Musetti
N. Djokovic
2 1
6 4
6 3
L
J. Fonseca Triumphs in a Thrilling Five-Set Battle

J. Fonseca secured a hard-fought victory against N. Djokovic, winning the match with a score of 3:2.

The contest, part of the ATP French Open's 1/16-finals, showcased Fonseca's resilience as he came back after losing the first two sets 4-6, 4-6. He turned the tide in the third set, claiming it 6-3, and followed up with two closely contested sets, both ending 7-5 in his favor.

Throughout the match, Fonseca demonstrated strong serving, achieving 11 aces and maintaining a first serve percentage of 74%. He won 69% of his first serve points, which played a crucial role in his overall performance. Additionally, he managed to save 69% of break points against him, further solidifying his ability to handle pressure.

In total, Fonseca won 28 games compared to Djokovic's 25, reflecting a closely matched encounter. The match featured 18 games with break point opportunities, highlighting the competitive nature of the rallies.

This victory not only advances Fonseca in the tournament but also showcases his potential to challenge top players, especially after overcoming a two-set deficit.

Players Analysis

Joao Fonseca has shown impressive form recently, winning 6 out of his last 10 matches, including a notable victory against Novak Djokovic in their recent encounter at the ATP French Open. His performance on clay has been solid, with a win percentage of 63.9% over the last two years. In contrast, Novak Djokovic, while still a formidable opponent with a career win percentage of 83.1%, has faced some challenges lately, winning only 7 out of his last 10 matches. His recent form indicates a slight decline, particularly on clay, where he has a win percentage of 77.6% over the last two years.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last match, Fonseca defeated Djokovic in a tightly contested five-set match, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. Fonseca's serve has been reliable, with an ace percentage of 7.4% and a double fault percentage of 2.4% in recent matches. Djokovic, on the other hand, has a higher ace percentage of 9.5% but has also faced more double faults at 2.7%. The head-to-head record favors Fonseca, who has won their only meeting, indicating a psychological edge. The match conditions on clay are expected to favor Fonseca, who has been more consistent on this surface recently.

J. Fonseca — N. Djokovic Prediction

Given the recent performances and the head-to-head result, Joao Fonseca is favored to win this match against Novak Djokovic. The prediction is for Fonseca to win in five sets, reflecting the competitive nature of their previous encounter.

  • Final score in sets: 3-2
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: 0-1, Set 2: 0-1, Set 3: 1-0, Set 4: 1-0, Set 5: 1-0
  • Expected aces: 12
  • Expected double faults: 5
  • Expected break points: 8

In terms of tactical expectations, Fonseca is likely to employ aggressive baseline play, utilizing his strong forehand to dictate points. Djokovic may focus on his return game to counter Fonseca's serve, but if Fonseca can maintain his first serve percentage above 65%, he will have a significant advantage in this match.

3 Reasons Why J. Fonseca Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors J. Fonseca 3:2 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors J. Fonseca.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, J. Fonseca has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than N. Djokovic, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
29.05.2026 11:00 ATP French Open
J. Fonseca 3 0 0 1 1 1
N. Djokovic 2 1 1 0 0 0
1210
56
86

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