Seeded second behind fourth-ranked Taylor Fritz, Djokovic faces Marton Fucsovics in his opening match Wednesday evening. Revenge opportunities potentially await against his Madrid conqueror, Matteo Arrnaldi, and third seed Tomas Machac, who won their Geneva semifinal last year.

With his family set to pack the stands, Djokovic will be energized to begin a fresh streak of momentum ahead of launching another bid for major title No. 25 in the French capital.

“I still continue to have support of the closest people in my life, which is the most meaningful thing to me. Without that, I wouldn’t be probably able to keep the balance,” said Djokovic.

“I know what it takes to be a Grand Slam champion. I know what it takes to be at the top of the game. It’s a big commitment, a big dedication and it’s not as smooth and easy for me as it was 10 years ago. My life has changed a lot, but for better, to be honest. It’s just a new chapter that I’m embracing. I’m still connected to tennis and still want to express myself on the court.”