Novak Djokovic's Wife Sends Message After His French Open Exit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Serbian tennis great, who continues to defy father time with his elite play on the court, lost to World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in their showdown at Court Philippe Chatrier on Friday, 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (3).

The French Open is the only major in tennis that is played on clay courts, and the Paris-based tournament has a unique process to get the surface right.

Novak Djokovic beat Alexander Zverev in the French Open quarterfinals and is two wins from a record 25th Grand Slam title.