After loss, Djokovic uncertain over French Open readiness

After his Italian Open match, Djokovic told reporters his foot issue had cleared but his serving rhythm was off. He said his number of clay-court matches this season was well below his career average.

The statistics back the impression: Djokovic's first-serve points won have dropped from 71 to 64 percent and his return-points won is down about two percentage points. His coaching team is weighing a tune-up event in Geneva or Lyon.

With no title to defend at Roland Garros, Djokovic could be a notable presence in the draw. The Serb said he still enjoys life on court but admitted that physical recovery is taking longer, briefly batting away talk of retirement.