Rublev claims opening Roland Garros win as focus shifts to next round
Andrey Rublev, ranked seventh in the world, opened his Roland Garros campaign with a victory over Laszlo Djere, who sits at No. 57 in the ATP rankings. The Russian secured the win in four sets, 6:1, 3:6, 6:3, 6:4, displaying a mix of decisive early momentum and later resilience as Djere adjusted mid-match.
After the first set went cleanly Rublev’s way, he described a calm yet energy-limited spell in the second. He explained that relief and weariness intertwined as the contest stayed competitive until Djere paused for a medical timeout, at which point the tempo shifted and his opponent found his footing. Rublev noted the shift briefly before recounting how he regained rhythm in the third set and began to press more consistently, ultimately swinging the match in his favor.
Looking ahead, Rublev is set to face Corentin Moutet of France in the second round. Moutet, ranked 61st, adds a regional angle to the matchup as Rublev aims to continue his form on the Parisian hard court.
In another highlight from the event, Daria Kasatkina advanced to the second round after a straight-sets triumph over German competitor Jule Niemeyer. Kasatkina secured a 6:3, 6:4 win in a match that lasted one hour and 34 minutes, underscoring her steady improvement and readiness for the rounds ahead.
Both Russian players demonstrated the depth of their capabilities at Roland Garros, where the year’s clay-season pressure meets the opportunity for strong showings on a grand stage. Observers will watch Rublev and Kasatkina as they navigate the evolving draw, each aiming to convert early momentum into a deeper run in Paris. Sources tracking the tournament provide ongoing coverage of these results and ensuing matchups.