Lorenzo Musetti showed grit and class on the clay courts of Monte Carlo, coming from behind to defeat Czech rival Jiri Lehecka 1-6, 7-5, 6-2 and earn a spot in the round of 16. The 23-year-old Italian now faces compatriot Matteo Berrettini in a highly anticipated all-Italian showdown that promises intensity and flair.
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz also booked his place in the last 16 with a dominant turnaround win over Argentina’s Francisco Cerundolo (3-6, 6-0, 6-1). The world No. 3 will now meet Germany’s Daniel Altmaier, who advanced past French veteran Richard Gasquet. In other matches, Andrey Rublev saw off Gael Monfils in straight sets, while Alex de Minaur overcame a slow start to eliminate Tomas Machac. Meanwhile, Flavio Cobolli’s journey came to an end, as the young Roman fell to Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 in the second round.
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Alcaraz turns the tide to take Monte Carlo crown, but Musetti earns Italy’s respect
13 Apr - 16:46 •
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