*Carlos Alcaraz Survives Cerundolo Scare in Monte Carlo Thriller – Match Breakdown & What’s Next*

:** Carlos Alcaraz narrowly defeats Francisco Cerundolo in a gripping Monte Carlo Masters clash. Full analysis, key stats, and what this means for Alcaraz’s clay-court season.  

-**Alcaraz Escapes Cerundolo Challenge in Monte Carlo Epic**  

In a heart-stopping **Monte Carlo Masters 2025** showdown, world No. 2 **Carlos Alcaraz** edged Argentina’s **Francisco Cerundolo** 6-4, 3-6, 7-5, showcasing resilience amid fierce resistance on Court Rainier III.  

 **Match Turning Points**  

🎾 **Set 1:** Alcaraz’s blistering forehands secured an early break (4-3), closing the set with a 128 mph ace.  

🎾 **Set 2:** Cerundolo’s relentless baseline grind forced 12 unforced errors from Alcaraz.  

🎾 **Decider:** Alcaraz saved 2 break points at 5-5 before unleashing a cross-court winner to seal victory.  

     **By the Numbers**  

✅ **Alcaraz:**  

- 82% first-serve points won  

- 38 winners (18 forehand)  

- 4/7 break points converted  

✅ **Cerundolo:**  

- 71% net points won  

- 26 unreturned serves  

- Out-rallied Alcaraz in 9+ stroke exchanges  

**Why This Win Matters**  

🔹 **Clay Momentum:** Alcaraz’s first test passed ahead of Nadal/Rune clashes  

🔹 **Rankings Race:** Closes gap on Sinner for ATP No. 1  

🔹 **Cerundolo’s Rise:** Proves he’s a dark horse for Roland Garros  

- *Carlos Alcaraz Monte Carlo 2025 results*  

- *Cerundolo vs Alcaraz full match highlights*  

- *ATP clay court predictions 2025*  

- *How to beat Alcaraz on clay*  

- *Monte Carlo Masters prize money breakdown*  

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