Báez Defeats Wawrinka to Reach Monte Carlo Masters Second Round

Sebastián Báez (No. 65 ATP) beat Stan Wawrinka (No. 104) 7-5, 7-5 at the Monte Carlo Masters.
The match lasted one hour and 47 minutes.
It was Báez’s first victory in five appearances at the event in 2026.

In a notable result, Báez Defeats Wawrinka to Reach Monte Carlo Masters Second Round.
The win came on clay at the Principality of Monaco.

Match summary

Wawrinka began the match strongly and led 4-1 in the opening set.
Báez responded and captured the first set 7-5.

The Argentine extended his momentum early in the second set.
He secured two breaks to open a 3-0 lead.

Key statistics

The second set featured seven service breaks in total.
Games became a struggle for servers after the early exchanges.

Aftermath and context

The victory ended a personal Monte Carlo curse for Báez.
He is coached by Sebastián Gutiérrez.

Wawrinka is a three-time Grand Slam champion and won Monte Carlo in 2014.
This match marked his final appearance at the tournament, and he departed with pride.

Next for Báez

Báez will face world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in the second round.
The clash offers an immediate stern test on clay.

Filmogaz.com covered the match and its implications for both players.
The result reshapes the early draw at the 2026 Monte Carlo Masters.