
Matteo Berrettini, the Italian tennis star, achieved a significant milestone in his career by defeating world number two Alexander Zverev at the Monte Carlo Masters. The thrilling match ended with a scoreline of 2-6, 6-3, 7-5, marking Berrettini’s first-ever victory against a top-2 ranked player. This win not only showcased his skill and determination but also highlighted his growing prowess on clay courts.
Berrettini’s journey to this victory was anything but smooth. After losing the first set, he rallied back with a powerful display of forehands and strategic play. The final set was a nail-biter, featuring a grueling 48-shot rally that left the crowd on their feet. Berrettini’s ability to stay composed and seize crucial moments ultimately secured his triumph.
Alexander Zverev in 2025


Now ranked no.2 (career-high), the German played his last match on the 8th of April when he lost to world no.34 Matteo Berrettini 2-6 6-3 7-5 in the 2nd round in Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters (draw).
At present, during this year Alexander has managed to achieve an overall 14-7 match record. Alexander Zverev’s best performance of the current season was reaching the final at the Australian Open.
He is also scheduled to play in Munich (BMW Open) on the 14th of April and Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) on the 23rd of April.