Thu Apr 10 10:40:00 UTC 2025: **Monte Carlo Masters Day 5: Alcaraz Favored After Upsets**

MONTE CARLO, MONACO – The ATP Monte Carlo Rolex Masters enters its third round on Day 5 with eight exciting matches on the schedule. The tournament has already seen major upsets, with two of the top three seeds eliminated in the second round. This leaves the #2 seed, Carlos Alcaraz, as the heavy favorite to win the title.

Several intriguing matchups are set for the Round of 16. Lorenzo Musetti, who battled back from a set down in his previous match, faces Matteo Berrettini, winner of a thrilling three-set victory over top seed Alexander Zverev. Experts predict a Musetti victory in three sets.

Grigor Dimitrov, playing well after overcoming an early set deficit against Valentin Vacherot, takes on Alejandro Tabilo, who pulled off a surprising win against Novak Djokovic. Dimitrov is favored to win in three sets.

Casper Ruud, looking strong after a straight-set win over Roberto Bautista Agut, is heavily favored against Alexei Popyrin, who has had a strong run but is expected to be stopped by the Norwegian. A Ruud victory in straight sets is anticipated.

Finally, Carlos Alcaraz, after a challenging second-round match against Francisco Cerundolo, faces Daniel Altmaier. Alcaraz is expected to win in straight sets if he maintains his high level of play. The full slate of matches promises thrilling clay-court action.

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