World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz faced a challenge from Tomás Martín Etcheverry but managed to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the Monte-Carlo Masters. Alcaraz, after dominating the opening set, had to fight through a three-set match before emerging victorious with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-3 win. In the deciding set, Alcaraz showcased better control, making strategic shot selections and hitting 13 winners to clinch the match.
Alcaraz expressed his satisfaction with his performance, highlighting his strong start in the first set and acknowledging the tough fight put up by Etcheverry. Despite facing a setback in the second set due to unforced errors, Alcaraz managed to regroup and maintain his composure to secure the win. The Spaniard’s victory extended his clay-court winning streak to 15 matches, setting up a quarter-final clash against eighth seed Alexander Bublik.
Jannik Sinner also progressed to the next round with a three-set victory, keeping his hopes alive for the World No. 1 ranking. Alcaraz’s win and Sinner’s advancement add excitement to the tournament as top players battle for supremacy on the court.
