Djokovic winning run continues

Novak Djokovic registered his 40th straight win in emphatic fashion in the opening round of the French Open this afternoon.

The world number two, who is now only four short of John McEnroe's record start to a season of 42 consecutive victories, thumped Dutchman Thiemo De Bakker 6-2 6-1 6-3 on Court Philippe Chatrier.