ATP Masters Monte Carlo: Zverev cracks Sonego, now against Goffin
Alexander Zverev has reached the round of 16 at the ATP Masters 1000 tournament in Monte Carlo. The German number one defeated Lorenzo Sonego 6: 3 and
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last edit: Apr 14, 2021, 05:58 pm
Lorenzo Sonego is not yet completely familiar with the big stage in the tennis circus, even if he beat an uninspired Novak Djokovic in Vienna last autumn. The Court Rainier III in the Monte Carlo Country Club is generally one floor higher than the Center Court in the Wiener Stadthalle. Alone: While in Vienna some spectators have found their way into the hall, the professionals in Monte Carlo play in front of the eyes of the ball children who are not currently in action. In any case, self-confidence is good - and Sonego brought that with him in abundance from his home win in Cagliari.
Too bad for the Italian that Alexander Zverev has known the spotlight in the tennis circus for many years. And that the German number one in the principality enjoys home advantage. In any case, Zverev showed who the house owner is in the first game against Sonego. And won with 6: 3 and 6: 3.
Even if the result does not fully reflect the tighter course of the game - Alexander Zverev was never in danger of losing this match. The 23-year-old took the lead with a break in both sets, gave up the advantage and just struck again. With a strong defense, but also with a courageous offensive game. After 97 minutes of play, the matter was settled, Zverev had booked a round of 16 date with david Goffin.
Here the Enzel tableau in Monte Carlo
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