Monte Carlo, April 11 -- The Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz outclassed the local favourite Valentin Vacherot, marching in the final of the Monte-Carlo Masters tournament and setting up yet another clash with rival Jannik Sinner.

The world number one booked a clash against the second-ranked Sinner, denying Valentin his fairytale run in the tournament by beating him 6-4, 6-4 on Court Rainier III. Alcaraz keeps alive his dream to defend this clay surface ATP Masters 1000 title.

The Spaniard was proactive against a big-hitting, big-serving Valentin, who had plenty of crowd support by his side. Alcaraz managed to convert three of four break points he earned en route to his 84-minute victory.

Sinner had emerged victorious against Alexand...