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Roddick "Shocked" by Djokovic's Last-Minute French Open Tune-Up

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has surprised the tennis world with his decision to play in the Geneva Open, an ATP 250 tournament, just days before the French Open kicks off at Roland-Garros.

This unexpected move left former American tennis star Andy Roddick "shocked," according to a recent interview on the Tennis Channel Live Podcast. Roddick commented on Djokovic's history of peak performance with minimal pre-tournament preparation, but expressed his surprise given the current circumstances.

"It's strange," Roddick said. "He's usually so confident going into the biggest tournaments without a lot of prep. But this year, he's winless and the French Open is right around the corner. It's a big gamble."

Djokovic has yet to win a title in 2024, falling short in the finals of several tournaments. This last-minute scramble for match play could be a sign of his desperation to break his streak or, as Roddick speculates, a strategic move to find his form on clay courts before the French Open.

Only time will tell if Djokovic's decision pays off. The French Open begins on Sunday, with all eyes on the number one seed as he attempts to add another Grand Slam title to his collection.