Stefanos Tsitsipas shares heartfelt memories of watching tennis greats Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer play on Monte Carlo’s Center Court during his childhood Easter vacation. Feeling fortunate with a ticket, Tsitsipas expresses admiration for both champions and the surreal feeling of returning as a two-time champion.
He sets goals to become a Masters 1,000 and Grand Slam champion, feeling more comfortable and familiar on clay courts. Tsitsipas attributes his consistent performance on clay to determination, fitness, and mental clarity, acknowledging the influence of the current generation of players like Carlos Alcaraz and the need to constantly evolve.
Stefanos Tsitsipas in 2024
At the moment ranked no.12, Tsitsipas played his last match on the 23rd of March when he lost to world no.121 Denis Shapovalov 6-2 6-4 in the 2nd round in Miami (draw).
This year Stefanos has managed to achieve a 11-6 record. Stefanos Tsitsipas’s most significant performance of the year was reaching the semifinal in Los Cabos.
Tsitsipas has scheduled to compete next in Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters (Monte–Carlo). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 7th of April.