Berrettini & Vavassori Clinch Hard-Fought Victory at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters
Matteo Berrettini and Andrea Vavassori delivered a powerful performance to secure a well-deserved first-round win on Monday at the prestigious Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. The Italian duo, competing as wild cards in this ATP Masters 1000 event, overcame a strong challenge from Alex de Minaur and Cameron Norrie with a score of 6-4, 4-6, 10-5.
Dominant Serving and Clutch Play
According to Infosys ATP Stats, Berrettini and Vavassori showcased exceptional serving prowess, winning an impressive 83% (34/41) of points behind their first serves. They elevated their game at a crucial moment, securing seven of the final ten points in the decisive Match Tie-break. This victory highlights their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
Familiar Foes Ahead
Vavassori, currently ranked No. 15 in the PIF ATP Doubles Rankings, is well-acquainted with their next opponents in Monte-Carlo: the third-seeded pairing of Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten. Just last month at the Miami Open presented by Itau, Vavassori and his regular partner Simone Bolelli triumphed over Heliovaara and Patten, claiming their first Masters 1000 title. This prior success will undoubtedly fuel their confidence as they prepare for the rematch. You can find more information about the Miami Open here.
Local Hero Shines
Monday also brought joy for local fans as defending champion Romain Arneodo and his French partner Pierre-Hugues Herbert defeated Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni 7-6(6), 3-6, 10-5. Arneodo previously celebrated a triumph at the Monte-Carlo Country Club in 2025 alongside fellow Frenchman Manuel Guinard, who is now paired with Guido Andreozzi as the eighth seed this year.
Monegasque Presence Guaranteed in Quarter-Finals
There’s a guarantee of Monegasque representation in the quarter-finals, with Arneodo (alongside Herbert) set to face his compatriot Hugo Nys in the second round. Nys and his French partner Edouard Roger-Vasselin completed Monday’s doubles action with a 6-4, 7-6(2) victory over Francisco Cabral and Joe Salisbury.
The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters continues to deliver thrilling doubles action, setting the stage for an exciting tournament. Keep up with all the latest scores and news on the official ATP Tour website.
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