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Novak Djokovic wins first match after US Open disqualification

Novak Djokovic returned to action after his US Open disqualification with a convincing second-round win over Salvatore Caruso at the Italian Open.

Djokovic, 33, beat wildcard Caruso 6-3 6-2 in Rome to begin his French Open preparations on a positive note.

The world number one was disqualified in New York after accidentally hitting a line judge with a ball during a match against Pablo Carreno Busta.

Action in the main draw at Roland Garros begins on 27 September.

Before the Italian Open, Djokovic said he must "move on" from the controversy at Flushing Meadows - but added that he may never forget the incident.