Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic Preview, Prediction and Betting Odds for the French Open 2025 Round 3

Qualifier Misolic meets the ultimate test in 24-time Slam champion Djokovic.

Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images

Novak Djokovic is set to face qualifier Filip Misolic, for the first time, in the third round of the 2025 Roland Garros. Misolic has battled through a tough draw so far, starting with a gritty four-set win over Yunchaokete Bu that featured two tiebreaks. He followed it up with a five-set upset of 27th seed Denis Shapovalov, again holding his nerve in two early tiebreaks. On the other side, Djokovic has been clinical, cruising past Mackenzie McDonald and Corentin Moutet in straight sets, dropping only one tiebreak along the way.

A pro since 2019, Misolic is now in uncharted territory, making his deepest run yet at a Grand Slam. But standing across the net will be the ultimate test. Djokovic, the G.O.A.T., three-time Roland Garros champion, 24-time Grand Slam winner overall, and the last active pillar of the legendary Big Three. This brings immense mental pressure for the young Austrian, who could be at his breakthrough moment, facing the ultimate stage and opponent, both.

Novak Djokovic won his second round of Roland Garros by a score of 6-3 6-2 7-6.

He has not lost a set this tournament.

Looking strong. 💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/WIip3QU5I9
— Danny 🐊 (@DjokovicFan_) May 29, 2025

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic Preview

Djokovic, now 38, opened his 2025 season with a quarterfinal in Brisbane and a semifinal appearance at the Australian Open, though that run was cut short due to a leg injury that forced him to retire against Alexander Zverev. He rebounded in Miami, reaching the final before falling in straight sets to rising star Jakub Mensik.

Most recently, he claimed his milestone 100th career title in Geneva, edging out Hubert Hurkacz in a tight three-set battle with back-to-back tiebreakers. Statistically, he’s still elite, with 172 aces, a 77% win rate on first-serve points, and a solid 41% break point conversion rate, contributing to a 16-7 record this season.

Genève, tu m'as manqué. 🇨🇭 pic.twitter.com/KbAYjoLPl7
— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) May 21, 2025

Misolic, meanwhile, has been grinding it out on the Challenger circuit, showing flashes of potential but struggling with consistency. He’s reached quarterfinals in Pau, Bucharest, Monza, and Zagreb and made finals in Tenerife and Prague.

However, those peaks have been offset by early-round exits and last-16 losses. On the ATP Tour, he holds a modest 3-1 record, with just seven aces, a 66% first-serve point win rate, but an outstanding 87% break point conversion, 13 of 15 chances so far.

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic Head-to-Head Record

Novak Djokovic and Filip Misolic do not have a head-to-head record yet.

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic Comparison

Novak Djokovic	Category	Filip Misolic
6	Ranking	153
1140-229	Career W-L	12-10
16-7	YTD W-L	3-1
100	Career Titles	0
24	Grand Slams	0
1	YTD Titles	0

Who needs Muster 🇦🇹 and Thiem 🇦🇹 when you have Filip Misolic 🇦🇹!!

Defeats Denis Shapovalov 🇨🇦 7-6 7-6 4-6 4-6 6-3 to make round 3 of the French Open ♥️ pic.twitter.com/acQsxV1SZQ
— Chris Goldsmith (@TheTennisTalker) May 29, 2025

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic Prediction

Considering Djokovic’s experience, recent title win in Geneva, and rock-solid baseline game, he enters as the clear favorite. Misolic has shown grit, but against a seasoned Grand Slam legend, the gap may be too wide.

Prediction: Novak Djokovic in straight sets

Also Read: French Open Order of Play Day 6 – Important Matches To Watch Out For

Novak Djokovic vs. Filip Misolic French Open 2025 Betting Odds

There is no doubt that Djokovic is a heavy favorite to win this one, given he is one of the greatest ever and Misolic is an up and comer. Here are the betting odds according to BetMGM:

Novak Djokovic: 1/25

Filip Misolic: 21/2

Filip Misolic

French Open 2025

Novak Djokovic

Rudra Dubey

nfl

mma

I’m an academic turned sports writer from Raipur, India, specializing in the NFL, MMA, and tennis at The Playoffs. I previously wrote for Sportskeeda and hold a B.A. and M.A. in History. My journey into sports media began far from the field, rooted in the arts and sciences. Funny enough, I didn’t grow up a sports fan; I used to see it all as just noise. But a fateful writing job introduced me to the world of sports, and what began as a gig quickly became a passion. I understood those voices aren’t noise; they’re emotions of true sports fans, and now I am one of them, writing with the same energy I once questioned.