Monte-Carlo Rundown

Masters Series Monte-Carlo is in full swing, and it's safe to say this is among the most prestigious clay court events on the schedule.  There has already been a lot of exciting action take place in the early rounds; most notably, the match-up between Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, set for the third round.  Murray has a victory over Federer this season, and it must be extremely frustrating for the top players to have to watch out for his name in the early stages of an event.  Andy plays with extreme patience and depth off the ground; he doesn't hit a heavy ball, but his placement and ability to rip passing shots off both sides are his main strengths.  Novak will have his hands full, and this will be a true test for the Serbian; consider this to be a preview of a later round match at the French Open.

 

Another interesting side note, Rafael Nadal won his second round doubles match with fellow Spaniard Tommy Robredo; they ousted a VERY talented doubles team in Daniel Nestor and Zimonjic.