Djokovic recovers after stuttering start in Monte Carlo Masters
Novak Djokovic had to fight his way into the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters after a 7-6(5), 6-2 victory against Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov on Tuesday.
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Djokovic recovers from stuttering start to reach Monte Carlo round three
Novak Djokovic briefly ran into a spot of bother as he fought his way into the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters with a 7-6(5) 6-2 victory against Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov on Tuesday.
Andy Murray loss in Monte Carlo 'hard to watch' for Justine Henin and Laura Robson ahead of French Open
Andy Murray's struggles in his defeat at the Monte Carlo Masters were «hard to watch» for Justine Henin and Laura Robson, who reflected on the disappointment. The 35-year-old was left very frustrated with his performance after he mustered just four games in the entire match against the 14th seed from Australia in what was a big setback for him ahead of the second Grand Slam of the season in Paris. Ad Murray lost 6-1 6-3 to De Minaur as he produced 26 unforced errors and failed to earn a single break point on his first appearance at the tournament since 2017.
Djokovic 'motivated' to hit clay running on Monte Carlo return
Novak Djokovic says he is "motivated" to make a better than usual start to the clay-court season in Monte Carlo as he tunes up for a 23rd Grand Slam bid at the French Open.
Novak Djokovic exclusive - World No. 1 underlines his French Open ambition: 'I want to peak in Paris'
Novak Djokovic says he is hoping to «peak in Paris» as he prepares to return to competitive action at Monte Carlo after missing the sunshine swing in the United States. The world No. 1 was unable to compete at Indian Wells or the Miami Open after being refused entry to the US due to his Covid-19 vaccination status.
Novak Djokovic aims to 'build form' on return to tour at Monte Carlo Masters
Novak Djokovic said he is aiming to "build form" when he returns to competitive action at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday.
Andy Murray beaten by Alex De Minaur as Cameron Norrie also crashes out in Monte Carlo
Andy Murray’s return to clay ended in a swift defeat to Alex De Minaur in the first round of the Monte Carlo Masters.
Andy Murray says 'demoralising' Monte Carlo defeat to Alex De Minaur was one of the worst of his career
Andy Murray says he put in one of the worst performances of his career in a «demoralising» first-round Monte Carlo Masters defeat to Alex De Minaur. The 35-year-old produced 26 unforced errors and failed to earn a single break point as he collapsed to a 6-1 6-3 defeat on his first appearance at the tournament since 2017. Ad Murray’s miserable display sealed back-to-back first-round tournament exits, following a straight-sets loss to Dusan Lajovic at the Miami Open, and he was furious with his efforts in Monaco.