Carlos Alcaraz Clinches First Monte Carlo Masters Title

Carlos Alcaraz showcased a remarkable turnaround after a shaky beginning to defeat Lorenzo Musetti with a score of 3-6, 6-1, 6-0, thereby winning his inaugural Monte Carlo Masters title. This victory, his most notable since he claimed the Wimbledon trophy in 2024, also represents his sixth Masters 1000 title and his tenth major title overall, which includes four Grand Slam victories.

Initially struggling to find his rhythm, the 21-year-old Spaniard fell behind against Musetti, who capitalized on Alcaraz's 11 unforced errors in the first set. Musetti's skillful play had him leading, but a shift occurred in the second set as Alcaraz found his footing, securing breaks and winning five consecutive games, effectively reversing the match's momentum.

As the match progressed, Musetti, who had endured several physically demanding matches earlier in the tournament, started to lag behind under Alcaraz's aggressive pace and power. Alcaraz broke Musetti once more in the opening game of the final set and surged to a quick 3-0 lead, prompting Musetti to take a medical timeout for his thigh.

With unwavering focus, Alcaraz maintained his dominance and wrapped up the match with minimal resistance from Musetti, who could only score eight points in the final set. Reflecting on the match, Alcaraz expressed sympathy for Musetti's challenging week and hoped for his swift recovery.

This victory not only secures Alcaraz a title but also allows him to reclaim the world number two position in the ATP rankings. Following this, he is set to compete in the Barcelona Open and is eager to defend his title at Roland Garros, which starts in late May.