Shock in Monte-Carlo: Berrettini Delivers Rare Double Bagel to World No. 10 Medvedev

The tennis world witnessed a stunning collapse on Wednesday at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. In a match that defied the expectations of seeds and spectators alike, wild card Matteo Berrettini dismantled World No. 10 Daniil Medvedev with a 6-0, 6-0 scoreline, securing a double bagel in just 49 minutes.

The result marks a historic low for Medvedev, who suffered his first tour-level defeat without winning a single game. For Berrettini, the Italian’s clinical performance was a statement of intent, as he advanced to the third round by ruthlessly exploiting an out-of-sorts Russian who failed to earn a single game point on his own serve throughout the entire encounter.

A Career First for Medvedev

For a player of Medvedev’s caliber and defensive prowess, the scoreline is nearly unprecedented. The Russian, seeded fifth in the tournament, appeared completely overwhelmed by Berrettini’s power and precision. The defeat is not just a statistical anomaly; it is a rare occurrence in the modern era. Since the inception of the ATP rankings, Berrettini is only the fifth player to defeat a top-10 opponent with a double bagel.

The match was a one-sided affair from the opening serve. Berrettini navigated two break points in the first game before taking full control of the court. By the time the match concluded in under 50 minutes, the disparity in level was evident to everyone in the Principality.

Berrettini’s “Perfect” Week

The victory over Medvedev is the centerpiece of a remarkably efficient start to the tournament for the 29-year-old Italian. Berrettini has not dropped a single game across his opening two matches in Monte-Carlo. His first-round progression came when Roberto Bautista Agut retired with Berrettini leading 4-0.

Reflecting on the win, the former World No. 6 described the match as “one of the best performances” of his life. Berrettini noted that his game plan was perfect and his weapons were working, claiming he missed only three shots during the entire match. “I was not expecting to win zero, zero like that,” Berrettini admitted. “But I kept my focus as I know one break or two breaks is not enough sometimes, so I kept pushing.”

Frustration and Ranking Fallout

As the match slipped away, Medvedev’s frustration boiled over. After losing the first set 6-0 and falling behind 2-0 in the second, the Russian reached a breaking point. In a visceral display of anger, Medvedev smashed his racket against the ground multiple times, an image that highlights his ongoing struggle with the clay court swing.

The consequences of this loss extend beyond the scoreboard. Medvedev entered the tournament defending points from a run to the round of 16 in previous years. This early exit puts his status in the top 10 at risk. Should other players, such as Alexander Bublik, advance to the round of 16, Medvedev is expected to fall out of the world’s top 10 rankings.

What’s Next in Monte-Carlo

Berrettini now looks to maintain his flawless momentum as he enters the third round. He will face either Joao Fonseca or Arthur Rinderknech to determine who advances further in the draw.

For Medvedev, the defeat serves as a stark reminder of the volatility of the clay season, leaving the Russian to regroup after one of the most surprising losses of his professional career.

Next Checkpoint: Matteo Berrettini returns to the court for his third-round match against the winner of Fonseca vs. Rinderknech.

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