Imperious Djokovic sweeps into quarters at Roland Garros

Novak Djokovic was in imperious form as he swept into the French Open quarterfinals for the 14th straight year on Sunday.

Third seed Djokovic, who is chasing a record 23rd men’s Grand Slam singles title at Roland Garros, ended the surprise run of Peruvian outsider Juan Pablo Varillas in straight sets.

Djokovic, a two-time champion in Paris, won 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 against the 94th-ranked Varillas to book a meeting with Russia’s Karen Khachanov, the 11th seed who overcame Lorenzo Sonego in four sets.

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“I had never played my opponent before. I knew he was a clay court specialist and that I had to earn the victory. It was the best I played this week,” said Djokovic.