Gasquet Faces Tough Match Against Arnaldi in Monte-Carlo Masters

MONTE-CARLO, Monaco — French tennis player Richard Gasquet, currently ranked No. 148 in the world, will face Italy’s Matteo Arnaldi, who holds the No. 39 ranking, in the Round of 64 at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters on Sunday. The match, taking place on Court Rainier III at 1:00 PM local time, sets the stage for Gasquet to try to upset the betting odds, which favor Arnaldi at -426 against Gasquet’s +300.

According to the latest betting data, Arnaldi holds an 81.0% implied probability of winning the match. Gasquet, a seasoned player looking to reinvigorate his career, finished last season without participating in this prestigious event.

Gasquet has struggled this season, with a win-loss record of 4-5 overall and 1-1 on clay. He last competed at the Pau Challenger, where he was eliminated in the second round on February 20. “I’m looking forward to the challenge and seeing how I can perform against a player like Arnaldi,” said Gasquet.

Arnaldi, who has an 8-7 record this year, recently lost in the second round of the Miami Open on March 22. His best result thus far in 2025 was a semifinal appearance at the Delray Beach Open. The Italian player is looking to capitalize on his favorable ranking and the expectations behind him. “It’s my first match on clay this season and I’m excited to see how I adapt,” said Arnaldi.

The event at the Monte-Carlo Masters is significant as it marks the start of the clay court season for many players, including both Gasquet and Arnaldi. For the first time in their careers, the two will be competing against each other at the main tour level, adding an extra layer of anticipation to their encounter.

In other matches scheduled for Sunday, Corentin Moutet will face David Goffin at 11:00 AM, and Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard will challenge Jordan Thompson at 3:00 PM, setting up a day filled with competitive tennis.

The Monte-Carlo Masters remains one of the most prestigious clay court tournaments in tennis, drawing top players from around the world. For those looking to watch the matches, live streaming options are available through various platforms, including bet365, with necessary account requirements.