Djokovic Beats Coric, Advances to Madrid Open 3rd

MADRID — Top-ranked Novak Djokovic eased into the third round of the Madrid Open by beating Borna Coric 6-2, 6-4 on Wednesday.

Djokovic, who had not played in Madrid since 2013, served four double faults but relied on his return to overpower Coric.

"I thought I was serving quite well in the practice sessions, but then the first set went well, the second, not so much," said Djokovic, who claimed his only Madrid title in 2011 when he beat Rafael Nadal in the final.

"The first serve percentage could have been higher and should be higher for the upcoming matches. But I'm satisfied with my game."

Coric's style has been compared to that of 'a young Djokovic,' and the Serb said his opponent had a…