Djokovic takes the first set, 6-1, coming to the net and cushioning a smart volley that Berankis does not have a hope of reaching. The 2016 Roland Garros champion is in total control.

Berankis raises his level and fashions a couple of game points. Djokovic fires a powerful forehand winner for 40-30, but the Lithuanian volleys a winner on the next point, and he is on the board! It’s 5-1. Much better from Berankis, the world No 93.

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