World No. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas will clash with Fabio Fognini, ranked 32, in the second round of the Monte-Carlo Masters on Tuesday. Tsistipas, who started the year by reaching the semifinals of the Australian Open, has been going through a slump lately. With the arrival of the clay season, the Greek will look to turn things around, given his spectacular season on clay last year.
Fognini has been struggling with form since the Tokyo Ollumpics last year. His only notable appearance was in the semifinals of the Rio de Janeiro Open in February. On Monday, the 34-year-old needed some time to find his rhythm against Arthur Rinderknech at the Monte-Carlo Masters. The 2019 champion grew in confidence as the match progressed and ultimately secured a 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 win.
Stefanos Tsitsipas Vs Fabio Fognini: Match Details
- Tournament: Monte Carlo Masters
- Date: 12 Apr 2022, Timing 6:30 PM
- Venue: Monte Carlo Country Club, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France
- Surface: Clay
- Round: Round of 32
- Category: Men’s Singles
- Prize money: €5,802,475
Stefanos Tsitsipas Vs Fabio Fognini: Head-To-Head
Tsitsipas has a 3-0 record over Fognini. Their last meeting was at the Indian Wells Masters last year which Tsitsipas won 2-6, 6-3, 6-4.
Stefanos Tsitsipas Vs Fabio Fognini Match Prediction: Who Will Win This Match?
The Greek is the decisive favouritie heading into this match. He had a spectacular season on clay last year and if he gains momentum, he will be very difficult to beat. Tsitsipas has a well-rounded all-court game that should come in handy against the baseline power of the Italian. He also has the better serve which will only make things easier. Though Fognini is as dangerous as anyone when he gets going, a win seems unlikely.
Prediction: Tsitsipas to win in straight sets.
Stefanos Tsitsipas Last 3 Performances
- Miami Open: Round of 16- l. Alcaraz 5-7, 3-6
- Miami Open: Round of 32- b. de Minaur 6-4, 6-3
- Miami Open: Round of 64- b. Wolf 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1
Fabio Fognini Last 3 Performances
- Monte Carlo Masters: Round of 64- b. Rinderknech 7-5, 4-6, 6-3
- Miami Open: Round of 32- l. Kyrgios 2-6, 4-6
- Miami Open: Round of 64- b. Daniel 6-7(1), 6-2, 7-6(5)
Stefanos Tsitsipas Vs Fabio Fognini Broadcasting And Live-Streaming
USA: Viewers in the United States can catch all the action on the Tennis Channel.
UK: Viewers in the UK can also watch the competition live on Amazon Prime Video.
India: Indian viewers can watch the tournament live on Tennis TV as well.
Europe: European viewers can also watch live on SkySports.
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