PARIS - Three-time champion Novak Djokovic battled past Frenchman Corentin Moutet 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) in a match that lasted more than three hours on Thursday, to reach the French Open third round and stay on track for a record-breaking 25th career Grand Slam title.

Novak Djokovic has dealt with a blister on his big left toe that required a medical timeout in the third set, then was one point from being forced to a fourth, before closing out a 6-3, 6-2, 7-6 (1) victory over Corentin Moutet at the French Open.

Novak Djokovic came out victorious in his match against Corentin Moutet and advanced confidently to the third round of Roland Garros. The 24-time Grand Slam champion had no major difficulties against the talented Frenchman,