Novak Djokovic wins his Paris Masters opener in straight sets over Tomas Martin Etcheverry.

Novak Djokovic began his quest for a record-extending seventh Paris Masters title with a resounding 6-3 6-2 win over Tomas Etcheverry in the second round on Wednesday.

The Serb, who was playing his first singles match since the Davis Cup six weeks ago, extended his lead at the top of the rankings to 580 points over Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, who exited the tournament on Tuesday.

The 24-time Grand Slam champion made only nine unforced errors and did not drop serve throughout the match, which lasted one hour and 23 minutes.

Dutchman, Tallon Griekspoor, will be his next opponent.

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