Novak Djokovic came back from a set down to secure a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 victory over 22-year-old local favourite Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the opening round of the French Open on Sunday. This thrilling encounter marked Djokovic's record-breaking 82nd Grand Slam appearance.

The 24-time major champion is chasing a historic fourth Roland Garros title, a victory that would break his current tie with Margaret Court and establish him as the player with the most Grand Slam singles titles in tennis history at 25.