Iga Swiatek, Elina Svitolina, and Novak Djokovic won their second-round matches on Wednesday at the French Open [1].
These victories ensure that three of the tournament's most prominent figures remain in contention for the title as the competition moves into the third round. The results maintain the stability of the top bracket while the field begins to narrow through early upsets.
Djokovic progressed to the next stage after defeating Royer in four sets [3]. His victory keeps the Serbian player on track for another major title at Roland Garros [1].
On the women's side, Swiatek and Svitolina also secured their spots in the third round [1]. Their wins continue a dominant run for both players in the early stages of the tournament [2].
However, the day was not without major surprises. Elena Rybakina, the No. 2 seed, was eliminated from the competition [4]. Her exit marks one of the earliest departures of a top-seeded player in the event.
Reflecting on her performance, Rybakina said, "I couldn't find the right shot, and it was clearly just too many mistakes."
The matches took place on May 27, 2026 [1], marking day four of the tournament [2]. The event continues at the Roland Garros grounds in Paris, France [1].
“Iga Swiatek, Elina Svitolina, and Novak Djokovic won their second-round matches.”
The advancement of Djokovic and Swiatek reinforces the expected dominance of the top seeds, but the exit of Rybakina opens the draw significantly. A No. 2 seed falling in the second round creates a power vacuum in the women's bracket, potentially easing the path for other contenders to reach the finals.
