In a stunning announcement, the ATP has awarded Thiago Monteiro the prestigious Shot of the Year for 2024! This accolade comes after a spectacular performance at the Masters 1000 in Rome, where Monteiro executed a breathtaking running tweener that left everyone in awe.
Monteiro’s shot was not just a display of technical brilliance but also a moment of pure athleticism and creativity. The Brazilian player managed to lob the ball over his opponent, Jordan Thompson, from a seemingly impossible angle, making it one of the most memorable moments of the tennis season.
Reflecting on the moment, Monteiro shared his thoughts: “When I ran for the ball and decided to go for the tweener, I wasn’t thinking about winning the point in that way. I was just having fun. But when I heard the crowd erupt, I turned to my coach and realized what I had done. It was an incredible feeling.”
The shot not only impressed the audience but also garnered admiration from fellow players and coaches alike. Monteiro’s humility and gratitude were evident as he expressed his thanks to everyone who voted for him. “I don’t know if I’ll ever replicate something like this, but I’m thrilled to have been recognized,” he said.
This award is a testament to Monteiro’s skill, dedication, and the sheer joy he brings to the game. As he continues to grow in his career, tennis fans around the world eagerly await more such magical moments from this rising star.
Congratulations to Thiago Monteiro for his remarkable achievement and for giving us all a reason to celebrate the beauty of tennis!
Hear from your 2024 Shot of the Year winner, @dThiagoMonteiro 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/JFPJcLb0PT
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) December 9, 2024
Thiago Moura Monteiro in 2024
LWLWWLLWLL Currently ranked no.109, Moura Monteiro played his last match on the 21st of November when he surrendered to world no.216 Hady Habib 4-6 7-6(2) 6-4 in the 2nd round of the Sao Paulo Challenger (draw).
Until now, during this year the Brazilian has managed to achieve an overall 39-28 win-loss record. Thiago Moura Monteiro’s best result of the present season was getting to the semifinal in the Santa Cruz de la Sierra Challenger and the Salzburg Challenger.
