Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic comes into this competition after winning the Madrid Open 2016 Getty

Novak Djokovic takes on Stephane Robert in the men's singles second round clash of the Rome Masters on 11 May (Wednesday).

Where to watch live

Match starts at 12.30pm BST. Live coverage in the UK is on Sky Sports 4 and Sky Sports 4 HD. Click here for the live streaming link. Live scores and regular updates will be available on ATP's official website.

Overview

In-form Djokovic will look to continue his golden run when he takes on France's Robert on Wednesday. The defending champion comes into this clash after winning the recently concluded Madrid Open. In fact, the Serb now has a record 29 career ATP World Tour Masters crown.

The four-time Rome Masters winner already has five titles to his name this year and goes into this competition as the favourite to add a sixth.

Not much is known about 35-year-old Robert, who is best known for beating world number six Tomas Berdych at the 2011 Roland Garros. The Frenchman is ranked 103 in the world and it is unlikely that he will shock Djokovic at this stage of his career.

Betting odds (betfair)

  • Novak Djokovic to win: 1/1000
  • Stephane Robert to win: 33

Head-To-Head

The duo have never faced each other in ATP Tennis history.

Rome Masters history

Djokovic and Robert have never played each other at the Rome Masters.