Tsitsipas and... a fourth title in Monte Carlo?

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Stefanos Tsitsipas has a big reason to smile again on the court. The 26-year-old Greek is one of the sensations of the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo thanks to his three titles in 2021, 2022, and 2024. In 2025, Stefanos is not in ideal form, although it is very similar to what he had in the past edition. The Greek has a record of 10-5 this season, with a title in Dubai, but with tough defeats in the first round of the Australian Open against Michelsen (7-5 6-3 2-6 6-4) or the second-round loss in the Miami Open against Sebastian Korda (7-6 6-3), a last match in which he showed very poor form again. Additionally, his first-round match in Florida against Chun-Hsin Tseng was practically forgettable, as he was weak in all aspects for much of the match (4-6 7-5 6-3).

The love story of Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo is clear. Since his debut, he has gone from strength to strength in the tournament in his city of residence. In 2017, he passed the qualifying rounds and fell in the first round, in 2018 he reached the second round, and in 2019 the third. When the event returned after the pandemic in 2021, a much more mature Tsitsipas claimed the title at the age of 23 by displaying a great level in the final against Andrey Rublev (6-3 6-3). Also, in 2022, he solidly defended his crown by defeating Alexander Zverev in the semis (6-4 6-2) and Alejandro Davidovich in the final (6-3 7-6). His only setback came in 2023, as he couldn't achieve the hat-trick and fell in the quarters to Taylor Fritz in a clear manner. Still, after an inconsistent start to 2024, he reclaimed the title by overcoming Jannik Sinner (6-4 3-6 6-4) in the semifinal and crushing Casper Ruud in the final (6-1 6-4).

STEFANOS TSITSIPAS IS A 3-TIME ROLEX MONTE CARLO MASTERS CHAMPION!!!

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— Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters (@ROLEXMCMASTERS) April 14, 2024

Looking at Tsitsipas's year, it is very similar to 2024, as he had a record of 11-6 before arriving in Monte Carlo and also suffered some tough defeats during the early months, like the fourth round of the Australian Open against Taylor Fritz (7-6 5-7 6-3 6-3) or the heavy losses in the US Masters, against Jiri Lehecka in the second round of Indian Wells and Carlos Alcaraz in the fourth round of Miami, both by 6-2 6-4. Nonetheless, he managed to recover and win again in Monte Carlo.

- A backhand that doesn't kick off

Tsitsipas's new racquet helped him achieve glory in Dubai, but beyond reality, it seems that that great performance was more of a mirage than something that can be sustained over time. His one-handed backhand has been a burden for him in recent years, as in some tournaments the level displayed with that stroke has been very low. The new weapon allows him to execute more precise returns without needing to hit the ball with the center of the strings, but opponents try to exploit the Greek's left side until they find the perfect moment to unleash a crosscourt drive that he cannot reach.

- A good moment for a reunion

The conditions in Monaco greatly benefit Tsitsipas's game. He can press with his forehand and has more time to prepare his backhand, plus his versatility on the court helps him play on slow clay surfaces like those in Monaco or Barcelona. However, it remains to be seen how playing the first Monte Carlo without his father, Apostolos, as his main coach will affect him. Despite officially parting ways in August 2024, Stefanos has not quite reunited with the style of play he would like to consistently display.

Tsitsipas is exempt from the first round, and in the second round, he will face either Jordan Thompson or Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, who although both are not fond of clay, Mpetshi Perricard clinched the title in Lyon 2024. In the third round, he could cross paths with Holger Rune and in the quarters with Zverev, so the path is by no means easy. Undoubtedly, he will have to give his best if he wants to maintain the 1000 points in his tally for another 12 months.

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