Djokovic downs Russian rival to move on in Paris

The Serb beat Karen Khachanov in straight sets

Novak Djokovic continued his pursuit of a record-extending seventh ATP Paris Masters 1000 title with victory over Russia's Karen Khachanov in the French capital on Thursday.

In what was a fourth meeting this year with Khachanov, Djokovic prevailed 6-4 6-1 to set up