Berrettini Stuns World No. 2 Zverev in Monte carlo Masters upset
In a stunning upset at the Monte Carlo Masters, Matteo Berrettini defeated world No. 2 Alexander Zverev in a thrilling match that lasted nearly two and a half hours. The Italian’s victory shakes up the tournament and has implications for the world rankings.
Berrettini Claims Biggest Win, zverev’s Ranking Threatened
Berrettini, ranked No. 34, prevailed 2-6, 6-3, 7-5, securing the most important win of his career based on his opponent’s ranking. The loss prevents Zverev from possibly reaching the world No. 1 spot during Jannik Sinner’s absence and opens the door for Carlos Alcaraz to surpass him in the rankings.
Italian’s Comeback Continues wiht Landmark Victory
Berrettini, a former Wimbledon finalist (2021) and world No. 6, continues his comeback after struggling with injuries in recent years. This victory marks a major step forward, representing his first win against a top-5 player since January 2023, when he defeated Casper Ruud at the United Cup. Prior to this, his only other win against a top-3 player was against Dominic Thiem in 2021. Though,this is the first time Berrettini has beaten a top-2 player.
Match Breakdown: Zverev Fades After Strong Start
zverev started strong, comfortably winning the first set after breaking Berrettini’s serve twice. However, the momentum shifted when Berrettini secured a break of his own in the second set to go up 4-2, ultimately winning the set.
In the decisive third set, Berrettini broke Zverev to take a 4-3 lead.Although Zverev broke back to level the score at 5-5, Berrettini immediately broke again and converted his first match point to seal the victory.
Berrettini: Aggression Was Key to Victory
“I wasn’t hitting my forehand and my serve like in previous days and I had to adjust to the conditions,and Sascha was playing incredible,so it wasn’t easy,” Berrettini said. “So I said to myself I had to be more aggressive, and if I was going to lose this match, I was going to do it the right way, and luckily it worked.” Berrettini had previously defeated Mariano Navone in the first round.
Berrettini Stuns Zverev in Monte Carlo, Dashing World No. 2’s Title Hopes
MONTE CARLO (AP) — Matteo Berrettini delivered a shocking upset, defeating Alexander Zverev in the second round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday. The Italian’s victory halts Zverev’s aspirations of challenging Jannik sinner for the world No. 1 ranking and puts his own No. 2 position in jeopardy.
Berrettini’s Clay Court Dominance Continues
Berrettini, showcasing his comfort and skill on clay, extended his impressive record to 17 wins in his last 18 matches on the surface. He previously secured titles on clay in 2024 at Marrakech,Gstaad,and Kitzbuhel.
“I grew up on clay, playing on these courts until I was 19,” berrettini said. “We don’t play on this surface so much on the tour, and now I want to enjoy it.” He awaits the winner of the match between fellow Italian lorenzo Musetti, the 13th seed, or Czech player Jiri Lehecka in the next round.
Zverev’s Slump Extends Beyond Australian Open
For Zverev, the loss marks another setback in a season that began promisingly but has since faltered. Since his defeat to Sinner in the Australian Open final, the German has struggled to regain momentum, winning only six of twelve matches with his best results being quarterfinal appearances in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, plus an eighth-final in Miami.
Ranking Implications: Zverev’s No. 2 Spot at Risk
Zverev needed to reach at least the quarterfinals in Monte carlo to maintain his position as world No. 2. Now,Carlos Alcaraz could overtake him if he wins the Monte Carlo title. Alcaraz is set to face Francisco Cerúndolo in his opening match on Wednesday.
Vintage Berrettini 💪
The moment @MattBerrettini takes out Zverev in straight sets in Monte-Carlo!@ROLEXMCMASTERS | @atptour pic.twitter.com/ozqmgtaylj
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) April 8, 2025
Does this win suggest Berrettini is back to his pre-injury form, and can he maintain this level throughout the clay court season?
Berrettini’s Monte Carlo Upset: Your FAQs Answered
Following Matteo Berrettini’s stunning victory over Alexander Zverev at the Monte Carlo Masters, here’s a Q&A to break down the key details and implications of this thrilling match.
1. Who is matteo Berrettini?
Matteo Berrettini is an Italian professional tennis player. He’s a former Wimbledon finalist (2021) and has been ranked as high as world No. 6. He’s currently ranked No. 34 but is on the rise after this major win.
2. What’s the significance of this win for Berrettini?
This is a huge victory! It’s the most significant win of his career based on his opponent’s ranking (world No. 2 Zverev). It also marks his first win against a top-2 player.
3. How did the match unfold?
Zverev started strong, winning the first set. Berrettini then adjusted his strategy, becoming more aggressive.He won the second set and ultimately secured the win in a decisive third set. Breaking Zverev’s serve in the third set and converting his match point sealed the victory.
4. What impact does this have on the rankings?
The loss prevents Zverev from potentially reaching world No. 1. This victory has implications for Zverev’s ranking, putting his No. 2 spot at risk, especially if Carlos Alcaraz performs well in the tournament.
5. What’s Berrettini’s record on clay?
Berrettini has an extraordinary record of 17 wins in his last 18 matches on clay. He clearly feels agreeable on the surface.
6. How is Zverev’s season going?
zverev’s season has been challenging, especially since losing to sinner at the Australian Open final. He has struggled to maintain momentum as then, facing this setback in Monte Carlo further indicating a decline in form.
7. What did Berrettini say were the keys to his victory?
Berrettini mentioned adjusting to the conditions and being more aggressive after realizing his forehand and serve weren’t at their best. He was steadfast to play his game the “right way”.
8. Who is Berrettini playing next?
Berrettini awaits the winner of the match between Lorenzo Musetti and Jiri Lehecka,which will determine his next opponent.
Berrettini’s triumph is a testament to his resilience and skill. Follow the monte Carlo Masters to see how far he goes in this exciting tournament.
