David Goffin defeated Lyon champion Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in a five-set match with scores of 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-7(4), 6-3. Goffin's victory was marked by a dramatic gesture towards the French fans, inviting them to boo him. In the second round of Roland-Garros, Goffin faced Alexander Zverev, who previously defeated Rafael Nadal. Zverev continued his strong performance, advancing to the third round by defeating Goffin with scores of 7-6, 6-2, 6-2. Zverev remains one of the leading contenders, having not dropped a set yet in the tournament.
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David Goffin just beat Lyon champion Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-7(4), 6-3. Then circled the court with his finger to his ear, inviting the French fans to boo him. They obliged. One of the more surprising heel turns. Goffin will face Alexander Zverev in R2.