Djokovic Eyes Federer's Record as French Open Heats Up

Novak Djokovic stands on the cusp of history as he prepares to face Lorenzo Musetti in the third round of the French Open on Saturday. A victory over the Italian would see Djokovic equal Roger Federer's record for most Grand Slam match wins, with both players currently sitting on 368.

Djokovic, the defending champion at Roland Garros, has been in impressive form so far in the tournament, not dropping a set in his first two matches. He will be wary of Musetti, however, who pushed him to the brink in their fourth-round encounter at the French Open in 2021.

Despite his recent struggles, Djokovic remains confident in his ability to win another Grand Slam title. "There is always that kind of conviction and belief inside of me that I can win a Slam," said the 37-year-old. "That's the reason why I'm still competing at this level."

Another player to watch in the men's draw is Alexander Zverev, who has reached the semi-finals in each of the last three years. Zverev faces Tallon Griekspoor in the third round and will be looking to continue his impressive start to the tournament.

In the women's draw, second seed Aryna Sabalenka will face close friend Paula Badosa in a highly anticipated third-round clash. Sabalenka has reached at least the third round in her past 14 Grand Slam appearances, while Badosa is a former world number two.

Another intriguing matchup in the women's draw is between 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva and Peyton Stearns. Andreeva, ranked 38, upset former world number one Victoria Azarenka in the second round and will be looking to make the last 16 of a Slam for the third time.

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