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Zverev Triumphs Over Garin; Fonseca Shines at Monte-Carlo Masters

4/9/2026

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Alexander Zverev defeated Cristian Garin in the second round of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, rallying from 0-4 in the third to win 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 in 2h50.
Zverev said his level wasn’t there due to clay preparation after hard-court season.
He will face Zizou Bergs in the third round after Bergs beat Rublev.
Joao Fonseca, 19, reached the third round, youngest since Rafael Nadal in 2005.

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Alexander Zverev defeated Cristian Garin in the second round of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, rallying from 0-4 in the third to win 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 in 2h50.
Zverev said his level wasn’t there due to clay preparation after hard-court season.
He will face Zizou Bergs in the third round after Bergs beat Rublev.
Joao Fonseca, 19, reached the third round, youngest since Rafael Nadal in 2005.