Jack Draper Faces Marcos Giron in Monte Carlo Masters Showdown

MONTE CARLO, Monaco — British tennis player Jack Draper is set to face American Marcos Giron in the Round of 32 at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. This match comes on the heels of Draper’s recent success, where he clinched his first ATP 1000 title at the BNP Paribas Open last month.

After his victory at Indian Wells, Draper rose to No. 6 in the ATP rankings, marking a significant milestone in his career. However, his momentum was briefly interrupted at the Miami Open, where he suffered an early exit in the Round of 64 against Jakub Mensik. Draper aims to bounce back in Monte Carlo, where he has struggled in previous years, falling short in his last two appearances.

“The key will be starting strong,” Draper said in anticipation of his match against Giron. “I know I can compete at this level, and I’m ready to show it.”

While Draper boasts a season record of 13-3, Giron comes in with an 11-7 record for the year. The American, currently ranked No. 45, also had a disappointing follow-up to his strong performance at Indian Wells, where he reached the fourth round, losing to Arthur Fils before falling in the first round in Miami.

Despite their mixed results, both players hold intriguing head-to-head stats, with Draper leading their previous encounters 2-0. They last met at the Stuttgart Open in June 2024, where Draper won decisively before claiming the tournament title.

During the Miami Open, Giron triumphed over Denis Shapovalov in straight sets, showcasing his abilities in clutch moments, which could serve him well against Draper. “Every match is a new opportunity, and I intend to make the most of it,” Giron remarked, expressing confidence as he prepares for the clash.

Draper, known for his dynamic baseline game and powerful serves, will be looking to leverage his skills against Giron’s strong baseline play and relentless defensive style. As both players step onto the clay courts of Monte Carlo, fans are eager to see who will advance to the next round.

The stakes are high in this tournament, as the winners of the Monte Carlo Masters gain crucial ranking points that could affect their standings heading into the rest of the clay season. With the competition heating up, both Draper and Giron are poised to give their all on the prestigious clay courts.