Monte Carlo Masters: Daniil Medvedev fights cramps in an exhausting victory against Karen Khachanov
The former Us Open Medvedev champion came out of the top 10 after a difficult start of the season.
He did not win a title from the Masters of Rome in 2023, which was also on clay, and did not reach a final from Indian Wells last year.
Medvedev often said He doesn’t like playing on clay, external And he reminded the crowd after his victory against Khachanov, saying: “It’s the first game on the clay – it’s not my favorite surface.
“I don’t think Karen hit an ace and it’s a great server. So it was rather slow, but I’m happy with my level in general and I can’t wait.”
Medvedev will face Alexandre Muller in France in the second round.
Seventeen of the top 20 single male players will be present in Monte Carlo, including Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and British Jack Draper.
