Novak Djokovic secured an easy victory in the Monte-Carlo Masters second round against Roman Safiullin, setting up a clash with either Lorenzo Musetti or Arthur Fils. Djokovic asserted his dominance early in the match, claiming a double break to move 3-0 in front. Despite Safiullin’s resistance, Djokovic won the first set comfortably. In the second set, Djokovic continued to break Safiullin’s serve and ultimately won the match with little fuss. Reflecting on the win, Djokovic expressed satisfaction with his performance and his hope to maintain his rhythm throughout the clay season.
At almost 37 years old, Novak Djokovic is now the oldest man to be ranked world No. 1 in tennis, surpassing Rohan Bopanna’s record. Djokovic acknowledged the challenges of maintaining his fitness and competing at a high level at his age, attributing his success to hard work and dedication to the sport. Despite joking about his age, Djokovic reflected on his career and the longevity he has achieved through his commitment to staying fit and healthy.
Alexander Zverev also secured a place in the third round of the Monte-Carlo Masters with a commanding win over Sebastian Ofner. Zverev displayed his dominance throughout the match, winning in straight sets and setting up a match against either Tomas Martin Etcheverry or Stefanos Tsitsipas in the next round. Despite a late wobble in the match, Zverev sealed the victory with a superb forehand, expressing his excitement for the upcoming matches on the clay surface.
Hubert Hurkacz defeated Jack Draper in three sets to advance to the second round of the Monte-Carlo Masters. The Polish player will face Roberto Bautista Agut in the next round after eliminating British hopes in the tournament. Hurkacz demonstrated his strength on clay, utilizing his drop shot effectively and overpowering Draper. Despite Draper’s efforts to challenge him, Hurkacz secured the win with a strong performance.
Alex de Minaur had a convincing victory over Stan Wawrinka in the first round of the Monte-Carlo Masters, winning in straight sets with ease. The Australian player dominated the match with accurate ground shots and successful drop shots, securing a bagel in the second set. De Minaur’s victory sets him up for the next round of the tournament, showcasing his skills on the clay surface. Fans can stream the 2024 French Open live and on-demand on discovery+ to follow the action.
