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Djokovic appoints childhood friend Troicki as Roland Garros coach

5/26/2026

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Djokovic Appoints Coach

Novak Djokovic announced on 20 May that Viktor Troicki will serve as his coach at Roland Garros.
Djokovic said the appointment is personal because he has known Troicki since childhood and they won the 2010 Davis Cup together.
Troicki does not replace anyone, with Boris Bošnjakovic and Dušan Vemic staying on staff.
Miomir Kecmanovic said he was shocked and disappointed by Troicki’s move.

Summary

Djokovic Wins Paris

Novak Djokovic secured his 102nd Paris win, moving his record to 102-17 after a 5-7 set loss to Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.
The win gave him an all-time 82 Grand Slam main-draw appearances.
He entered after a 2026 clay loss to Dino Prizmic in Rome.
His next opponent is 24-year-old Valentin Royer, ranked in the 70s after a 2026 high.
Commentators say his limited clay preparation left early-match openings for younger rivals.

History

Historical Context

Serbia’s first Davis Cup title came in 2010 when, as hosts, Novak Djokovic and Viktor Troicki each won two singles rubbers to beat France 3-2. After years of Davis-Cup finals appearances, the duo reunited in 2026 as Djokovic named Troicki his Roland Garros coach, aiming to translate their historic partnership into continued clay-court strength.

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Djokovic Appoints Coach

Novak Djokovic announced on 20 May that Viktor Troicki will serve as his coach at Roland Garros.
Djokovic said the appointment is personal because he has known Troicki since childhood and they won the 2010 Davis Cup together.
Troicki does not replace anyone, with Boris Bošnjakovic and Dušan Vemic staying on staff.
Miomir Kecmanovic said he was shocked and disappointed by Troicki’s move.

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