Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are competing at the Monte Carlo Masters, where Alcaraz is the defending champion. Alcaraz believes he will lose the world No. 1 ranking soon, likely to Sinner. Whether the two will face each other this week remains uncertain, as both must navigate their respective draws.
Sinner enters the tournament in dominant form, having not lost a match since February 19. He recently became the first man to win the Sunshine Double—comprising the Indian Wells and Miami tournaments—without dropping a set. However, he has never reached the final of the Monte Carlo Masters.
Alcaraz, meanwhile, brings strong clay court credentials from last season, having won the Monte Carlo Masters, Italian Open, and French Open in 2025. He has stated he missed playing on clay. His current focus is on improving his serve to reclaim the world No. 1 ranking.
For Sinner, this marks a return to Monte Carlo after missing the tournament last year due to a suspension. He is set to face Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals. Zverev admitted he is not at his best level yet on clay.
Alcaraz's path continues with a quarter-final matchup against Alexander Bublik. Bublik said Alcaraz and Sinner are 'untouchable' at Grand Slams. Alcaraz also expressed surprise at Sinner's participation in Monte Carlo following the demanding Indian Wells and Miami events, citing Sinner's fitness. The tournament features a strong field, with seven of the top 10 ATP players competing.