Cameron Norrie Triumphs in Grueling Monte Carlo Masters Opener
Cameron Norrie prevailed in a grueling opener at the Monte Carlo Masters. He edged Miomir Kecmanovic in a final-set tie-break to begin his clay-court season.
Match summary
Norrie won 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (0). The contest lasted two hours and 48 minutes.
He dominated the first set before Kecmanovic rallied to force a decider. Norrie was broken while serving for the match at 5-4.
Key moments
- Norrie clinched the final-set tie-break without conceding a point.
- The Serbian opponent faded late in the near three-hour battle.
- Match scoreline: 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (0).
Context and significance
The victory ended Norrie’s drought at this clay event. He had not won at Monte Carlo since 2019, with four consecutive defeats.
Two weeks earlier, Norrie replaced Jack Draper as Britain’s top-ranked player. The win gives him momentum heading into deeper rounds.
Next round
Norrie will face Australian fifth seed Alex De Minaur in the last 32. That match promises another stern test.
Other results
Home favourite Gael Monfils advanced in a competitive three-set match. He recovered after losing the first-set tie-break to beat Tallon Griekspoor.
Monfils sealed the decider 6-4, showing impressive stamina and experience on clay.
Filmogaz.com will follow further developments at the Monte Carlo Masters as the tournament progresses.
