India, April 7 -- The first full day of main draw action at the 2026 Rolex Monte Carlo Masters delivered a massive shock to the tennis world as three-time champion Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed out in the opening round. On a day filled with high drama at the Monte Carlo Country Club, 2023 champion Andrey Rublev managed to survive a difficult three-set test to keep his title hopes alive. With World No. 3 Novak Djokovic already absent due to a persistent shoulder injury, the tournament landscape has shifted significantly as the European clay-court swing officially hits top gear.

Stefanos Tsitsipas Suffers Shock Exit To Cerundolo

The biggest surprise of the Round of 64 on Monday was the defeat of Stefanos Tsitsipas. His attempt to win a fourt...