In a thrilling first-round match at the Monte-Carlo Masters, France’s Ugo Humbert staged an impressive comeback to defeat Argentina’s Federico Coria 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 on Monday. The victory propels Humbert into the second round of the prestigious clay-court tournament.
Humbert, seeded 14th, faced a challenging start as he dropped the first set 4-6 to Coria. The Frenchman, who suffered a first-round exit last year, appeared to be in trouble but showcased remarkable resilience to turn the match around.
Regaining momentum in the second set, Humbert broke Coria’s serve twice to secure a commanding 6-1 win. He maintained his dominance in the final set, again breaking serve twice to clinch the set 6-2. Humbert’s powerful groundstrokes and tactical prowess proved too much for Coria, highlighting his adaptability on clay courts.
With this victory, Humbert advances with renewed confidence, aiming to make a significant impact in this year’s tournament. The Monte-Carlo Masters continues to be a battleground for top tennis talent, promising exciting matches in the rounds ahead.
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Humbert roars back in Monte Carlo; Khachanov, Dimitrov advance
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