WATCH: “I’m extremely grateful,” Stefanos Tsitsipas gets emotional after clinching his first big title in 24 months in Monte Carlo, moves up to World No. 7 in ATP ranking

Stefanos Tsitsipas gets emotional after his third Monte Carlo title. 

WATCH: “I’m extremely grateful,” Stefanos Tsitsipas gets emotional after clinching his first big title in 24 months in Monte Carlo, moves up to World No. 7 in ATP ranking

Stefanos Tsitsipas (Via X)

Clay court specialist Stefanos Tsitsipas has always had some of his best performances on this surface, as he goes on to replicate another title win. Playing at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters, the Greek was the favorite, as he beat three Top-10 players to win the Masters 1000. 

After an easy win against Alexander Zverev and a rather hard-earned win against Jannik Sinner, the Greek had to finish his glorious run.

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He was up against Casper Ruud, who beat Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals. However, like always, Ruud failed to replicate his performance in the finals, giving Tsitsipas an easy win.

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Tsitsipas broke early at the start and had a perfect record for saving his break points. He saved all eight break points and converted his break points, beating Ruud 6-1, 6-4. An emotional victory for the Greek, who let it all out after the match. Upon hitting the last point, Tsitsipas pumped the air out of glee as he let out a roar of delight. 

After this, he sat on his bench and poured out his emotions, crying after the win and speaking volumes about his struggles to win his maiden title of the season and his 11th career title. 

Stefanos Tsitsipas enters back into the Top 10 after clinching the third Monte Carlo title

Greek pro Stefanos Tsitsipas continues his amazing work on clay as he moves up the rankings after a great win at Monte Carlo. He beat Casper Ruud in straight sets to win his third title in Monaco. However, Tsitsipas achieved better as he skyrocketed in the rankings. 

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Stefanos Tsitsipas (Via Imago)

The Greek was World No. 12 ahead of the tournament, and he will leave as World No. 6. A huge boost for the Greek, whose future on clay seems better. With the French Open approaching, this is a huge win. Moreover, he also expressed his delight in the win. 

Tsitsipas reckons that the Trinity is better than the first two times and that standing on the podium is what he wants right now, after a hard year so far. 

It’s been very difficult. To be back on the podiums & winning tournaments feels amazing. I can’t thank enough my family and friends.. and if there is a God out there.. for making this possible. I’m extremely grateful to every single person behind this journey. The trinity is even more special than the first or 2nd time.
Said Stefanos Tsitsipas during the post-match interview

A huge win to get back among the rankings, and no better time than before a prestigious Slam. This is the start of the clay season, and more is to follow, as Tsitsipas shows no signs of slowing down. 

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