In a dramatic match at the French Open, top seed Novak Djokovic overcame a leg injury to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. This marks Djokovic's second consecutive match in which he dropped two sets before rallying for victory.

On Monday, Djokovic faced Francisco Cerundolo in a fourth-round match that went the distance. The match ended with Djokovic emerging as the winner, defeating Cerundolo in five sets - 6-1, 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3.

Despite the triumph, Djokovic expressed uncertainty about his ability to continue in the tournament due to his injury. After the match, he stated, "I don't know what will happen tomorrow or after tomorrow if I'll be able to step out on the court and play. I hope so."

By progressing to the quarterfinals, Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer's record and becomes the player with the most Grand Slam quarterfinal appearances at 59. His next opponent will be either No. 7 Casper Ruud or No. 12 Taylor Fritz, which promises to be a challenging match.

Last year's defending champion at the French Open, Djokovic faced Ruud in the final and emerged victorious in three sets. Ruud has been in good form recently, having reached the finals in his past two tournaments. However, Djokovic has a strong track record at Roland Garros, having won two out of the last three titles.

In Monday's match, Djokovic dominated in the first set but suffered an apparent knee injury. This might have contributed to his subsequent loss of the next two sets. Fans on social media expressed skepticism about the extent of Djokovic's injury, but he received treatment throughout the match and continued to play.

The injury hindered Djokovic's performance, making him less comfortable during longer rallies and quick changes of direction. Additionally, the fatigue from his previous match, which lasted until 3 a.m. local time, could have further affected his gameplay.

Nevertheless, Djokovic showcased his resilience and determination, rallying in the fourth and fifth sets to secure victory. The match lasted for an exhausting 4 hours and 39 minutes, with Cerundolo's strong serve and well-executed drop shots testing Djokovic's endurance.

During the match, Djokovic voiced concern about the court's slipperiness and called out the grounds staff. He also thanked the fans for their unwavering support, crediting them for providing him with the energy to stage a comeback. Djokovic acknowledged his opponent's quality and praised Cerundolo for his performance.

As Djokovic battles through his injury, the tennis world awaits his next match in the French Open quarterfinals. His determination and resilience will be put to the test as he aims to continue his quest for another title at Roland Garros.