Novak Djokovic Survives Philipp Kohlschreiber Scare In Monte Carlo4Photo© firstpost.com

Novak Djokovic Survives Philipp Kohlschreiber Scare In Monte Carlo

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"It was a difficult match, there were lots of breaks (a run of eight straight during the second and third sets)," Djokovic said.

"There were lots of ups and downs. It was not the prettiest of matches.

"He played well, but a win is a win. This was a tough first match of the clay season.

"I had to figure out how I needed to move, this kind of match can be expected. It was probably good for me to spend so long on the court."

Djokovic was able to avoid a second straight loss to Kohlschreiber after the 35-year-old beat him last month in the Indian Wells third  round.