Carlos Alcaraz clinched his first Monte Carlo Masters title, coming from a set down to defeat Lorenzo Musetti 3-6 6-1 6-0. The match was competitive for a set and a half, with Musetti initially challenging the Spaniard before struggling with a leg injury.
Despite a rocky start, Alcaraz found his rhythm in the second set, showcasing his skills with superb shots that eventually overwhelmed Musetti.
Musetti took an early lead in the match, capitalizing on Alcaraz's errors, including 14 unforced mistakes in the first set. The Italian's accuracy and impressive shot selection, highlighted by a stunning drop shot, helped him secure the first set.
However, Alcaraz adjusted his game in the second, rallying back with solid serving and determined play. He saved multiple break points as Musetti tried to fight back, ultimately dominating the remainder of the match.
The third set saw Musetti's injury worsen, and he was unable to continue competing at full capacity, giving Alcaraz the chance to easily seal the victory. The Spanish star's triumph marks his sixth ATP Masters 1000 title, and his 18th career title overall. It also provides a significant confidence boost ahead of his French Open title defense in May.
Alcaraz expressed pride in his performance, acknowledging the challenges of the past month and the hard work that led to this victory. His win also means he will rise to world number two in the ATP rankings, surpassing Alexander Zverev. Meanwhile, in the men's doubles final, British duo Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool were defeated by Romain Arneodo and Manuel Guinard in a thrilling match.
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