Hubert Hurkacz is back in form at the Monte Carlo courts, progressing through the first two rounds and overcoming his previous setbacks. He is set to compete for a spot in the tournament’s quarter-finals. His opponent will be Valentin Vacherot, representing the home nation of Monaco, which makes the task more challenging.
Vacherot Takes Early Lead
The match between Hubert Hurkacz and Valentin Vacherot has commenced. Vacherot capitalised on an error at the net from Hurkacz. Vacherot expertly constructed the play, putting him in a position to potentially lead 4-0. Hurkacz then hit the net, levelling the score.
Vacherot found himself in trouble after three errors, granting Hurkacz three break points. Vacherot then broke Hurkacz’s serve again. Vacherot has a break point after constructing his plays well.
Vacherot executed a successful drop shot. Vacherot’s return was excellent, leading to Hurkacz hitting the net. Another error from the Polish player sees his opponent leading 2-0.
Hurkacz Under Pressure
The player representing the home nation hit the net in a straightforward situation. Hurkacz’s return was completely unsuccessful. Hurkacz made a double service fault, giving his opponent the advantage of a break. Vacherot was presented with two break points.
The player from Monaco executed a great shot down the line. Vacherot then hit the net. Hurkacz’s backhand went out of play.
Hubert Hurkacz was scheduled to serve first.
Match Delay and Previous Rounds
The match is expected to start in a few minutes. The start of Hubert Hurkacz’s match is delayed because Carlos Alcaraz won 6-3 in the third set. Alcaraz secured the win against his opponent with his third match point.
The Argentinian player is still fighting, with the score at 5-3 to the Spaniard. Alcaraz defended a break point and now leads 5-2. Alcaraz is taking the initiative, leading 3-0.
Etcheverry has seemingly recovered from a tough first set and is now putting up a strong fight against the Spaniard. Etcheverry is serving to win the second set, leading 5-4, making it clear that Hubert Hurkacz’s match will start later than planned.
Hurkacz’s Path to the Quarter-Finals
In the first two rounds, Hubert Hurkacz defeated Luciano Darderi and Fabian Marozsan. The Argentinian player is not giving up, leading 4-1 in the second set.
Hurkacz will appear on the court after the conclusion of the match between Carlos Alcaraz and Tomas Martin Etcheverry. The Spaniard was the clear winner in the first set.
The Polish player is competing for a place in the quarter-finals against Valentin Vacherot, who has a higher ATP ranking than Hurkacz.
The next match featuring Hubert Hurkacz in the tournament in Monte Carlo should start around 17.15.