The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters delivered high-octane action in the Round of 64, but Canadian fans were left disappointed as Denis Shapovalov and Félix Auger-Aliassime suffered early exits in hard-fought battles.
Shapovalov’s Struggles Continue Against Giron
Canada’s Denis Shapovalov couldn’t find his rhythm against American Marcos Giron, falling 6-3, 7-6(5). Despite a strong effort in the second-set tiebreak, Shapovalov’s unforced errors proved costly. The 24-year-old has been searching for consistency this season, and this loss adds to a challenging stretch on clay.
Auger-Aliassime Stunned by Altmaier
Félix Auger-Aliassime, seeded 16th, was upset by Germany’s Daniel Altmaier in straight sets (7-6(5), 6-3). The Canadian struggled with his serve and couldn’t capitalize on key moments, extending his recent struggles on the ATP Tour. With the French Open approaching, Auger-Aliassime will need to regroup quickly.
Other Key Matches from Monte-Carlo
While the Canadians bowed out early, the tournament saw thrilling contests:
- Stan Wawrinka fell in a three-set thriller to Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo (1-6, 7-5, 7-5).
- Daniil Medvedev (9th seed) edged out Karen Khachanov in a tight battle (7-5, 4-6, 6-4).
- Lorenzo Musetti (13th seed) survived a scare against China’s Y. Bu, winning (4-6, 7-5, 6-3).
What’s Next for Canadian Tennis?
With Shapovalov and Auger-Aliassime out early, Canada’s hopes now shift to Bianca Andreescu and Leylah Fernandez in upcoming WTA events. However, the focus remains on how the country’s top men’s players will rebound ahead of Roland-Garros.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Monte-Carlo Masters heats up.
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