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Alcaraz Claims Maiden Monte Carlo Masters Title in Thrilling Win

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Carlos Alcaraz overcomes Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 to claim his first Monte Carlo Masters title and reclaim the world No. 2 ranking.



Carlos Alcaraz staged a remarkable comeback to claim his first Monte Carlo Masters title, defeating Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 on Sunday. This victory marked a significant milestone for the 21-year-old Spaniard, who had struggled in the North American swing earlier in March. Alcaraz's triumph in Monaco added to his impressive collection of titles, including his sixth Masters 1000 crown and 10th major title overall.


Alcaraz expressed his joy and pride over winning the Monte Carlo title for the first time. “I'm just really happy to have won Monte Carlo for the first time,” he said. “It's been a really difficult week with a lot of difficult situations. I'm really proud of myself for how I've dealt with everything.” Alcaraz acknowledged the challenges he faced both on and off the court in the past month but was thrilled to see his hard work pay off in Monaco. “Coming here and seeing how the whole hard work has paid off, I'm really happy,” he added. This win marked a triumphant return to form for Alcaraz on clay.




The match began slowly for Carlos Alcaraz on a grey afternoon at Court Rainier III. Lorenzo Musetti capitalized on Alcaraz's 11 unforced forehand errors, breaking twice early to take the opening set 6-3. Musetti's variety and court craft gave him the edge, exploiting Alcaraz's initial hesitance and struggles to find his rhythm.


However, Alcaraz's fortunes turned in the second set. He began striking the ball with more authority, cleaning up his groundstrokes and breaking Musetti twice to win five consecutive games. As Musetti, who had played several long matches earlier in the week, began to tire physically, Alcaraz's relentless pace and poise took over. The final set was one-sided, with Alcaraz breaking in the opening game and racing to a 3-0 lead.


Musetti received a medical timeout for treatment on his right thigh at 3-0 down but couldn't stem the tide. Alcaraz closed out the match with clinical efficiency, with Musetti managing just eight points in the final set. The Spaniard's dominance in the latter stages showcased his power and control, ultimately securing a 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 victory and his first Monte Carlo Masters title.


Carlos Alcaraz expressed sympathy for Lorenzo Musetti, who endured a tough week with long and intense matches. “Lorenzo's been through a really tough week, long and intense matches,” Alcaraz said. “I feel sorry for him, one of the best results he has done, to end like this is not easy. Hopefully it’s not serious and he’s 100 percent soon.” Despite Musetti's disappointing finish, he will rise to No. 11 in the rankings, with promise of more success on clay as the season heads towards the French Open.




Musetti reflected on his impressive run in Monte Carlo, saying, “It was probably one of my best tournaments so far. I'm disappointed I couldn’t finish the match in the best way, for the crowd. You deserve it, so I will keep going and try and come back for revenge.” Despite the loss, Musetti's performance has boosted his confidence and sets him up for potential success in upcoming clay court events.


Alcaraz's victory in Monte Carlo has significant implications for the ATP rankings. He will surpass Alexander Zverev to reclaim the world No. 2 spot and takes the lead in the 2025 ATP Race. Meanwhile, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner was granted permission to return to official training facilities after a three-month doping suspension. Alcaraz will next compete in the Barcelona Open, where he will face a qualifier, looking to build on his strong form after defending his Roland Garros title later in May.



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