Drama Unfolds at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters: Dimitrov Advances, Rune Retires, and Berrettini Stuns Zverev!

The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters delivered thrilling matches, shocking retirements, and unexpected upsets in the Round of 64 and 32. Here’s a breakdown of the key results from the prestigious clay-court tournament.

Court Rainier III Highlights

Grigor Dimitrov Cruises as Jarry Retires

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(15) Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) made a strong start, defeating Nicolás Jarry (CHI) 6-3, 4-6 (Ret.). Jarry was forced to retire mid-match, handing Dimitrov a smooth passage to the next round.

Holger Rune’s Shocking Exit

In a surprising turn, Holger Rune (DEN) retired early against Nuno Borges (POR) after trailing 2-6, 0-3. The young Dane’s exit leaves the draw wide open.

Berrettini Stuns Top Seed Zverev in Thriller

Matteo Berrettini (ITA) pulled off a massive upset, taking down top seed Alexander Zverev (GER) in a three-set battle 2-6, 6-3, 7-5. The Italian showed resilience to overcome the German powerhouse.

Tsitsipas Fights Back Against Thompson

(6) Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) survived a tough challenge from Jordan Thompson (AUS), rallying back to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-2. The Greek star showcased his clay-court prowess in a hard-fought victory.

Court Des Princes: Draper Dominates, Fils Shines

Jack Draper’s Commanding Win

(5) Jack Draper (GBR) breezed past Marcos Giron (USA) 6-1, 6-1, displaying dominant form on the clay.

Arthur Fils Edges Griekspoor in Three Sets

Rising star Arthur Fils (FRA) battled past (12) Tallon Griekspoor (NED) 6-7(3), 6-4, 6-2, proving his potential on home soil.

Cobolli Cruises Past Lajovic

Flavio Cobolli (ITA) outplayed Dušan Lajovic (SRB) 6-4, 6-2, advancing comfortably.

EA de Massy & Court 9: Popyrin, Etcheverry, and Bautista Agut Triumph

Alexei Popyrin’s Comeback Win

Alexei Popyrin (AUS) staged a thrilling comeback against Ugo Humbert (FRA), winning 3-6, 7-6(2), 6-4 in a nail-biter.

Tomas Etcheverry Outlasts Moutet

Tomas Etcheverry (ARG) overcame Corentin Moutet (FRA) 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 in a rollercoaster match.

Bautista Agut Eases Past Nakashima

Veteran Roberto Bautista Agut (ESP) dominated Brandon Nakashima (USA) 6-2, 6-4, showing his experience on clay.

Machac Upsets Baez

Tomáš Macháč (CZE) fought past Sebastián Báez (ARG) 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 in a spirited performance.

What’s Next?

With big names falling early and rising stars making their mark, the Monte-Carlo Masters promises more drama as the tournament progresses. Can Tsitsipas reclaim his title? Will Berrettini continue his giant-killing run? Stay tuned for more updates!