Jannik Sinner continued his impressive performance at the Monte-Carlo Masters, making a scintillating start to his clay-court season. The Italian player showcased his prowess on the red dirt as he defeated Sebastian Korda with a commanding 6-1 6-2 victory. Sinner’s exceptional performance extended beyond his powerful serves, as he demonstrated remarkable skill and precision throughout the match, winning an outstanding 95 per cent (20/21) of points behind his first serve. His next opponent will be Jan-Lennard Struff, who secured his 200th tour-level win by defeating Borna Coric.
Meanwhile, the fourth seed, Daniil Medvedev, encountered some challenges during his match, engaging in a heated exchange with the umpire over a contentious line call. Despite this setback, Medvedev displayed resilience and managed to stage a comeback from being 4-1 down, ultimately securing a 6-2 6-4 victory over Gael Monfils.
In a surprising turn of events, defending champion Andrey Rublev faced an early exit from the tournament, suffering a 6-4 6-4 second-round loss to Alexei Popyrin. Popyrin’s strong performance, marked by crucial breaks and consistent play, enabled him to advance to the third round where he will meet fellow Australian Alex de Minaur, who secured a hard-fought victory over Tallon Griekspoor.
Additionally, two-time champion Stefanos Tsitsipas showcased his prowess by delivering a dominant performance against Tomas Etcheverry, securing a convincing 6-1 6-0 victory. Tsitsipas is now set to face German fifth seed Alexander Zverev in the next round.
Furthermore, Russian 15th seed Karen Khachanov displayed his resilience as he overcame a set deficit to defeat Argentine Francisco Cerundolo 4-6 6-4 6-3, advancing to the third round of the tournament. The competition at the Monte-Carlo Masters continues to unfold with captivating matches and unexpected outcomes, promising an exhilarating spectacle for tennis enthusiasts.
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