Djokovic Breaks Rafael Nadal’s Monte Carlo Streak

By hugree on April 22nd, 2013

The top-ranked Serb won the Monte Carlo Masters, and for the first time in nine years the trophy belonged to someone other than Rafael Nadal. The Spaniard’s record reign at this tournament ended Sunday with a 6-2, 7-6 (1) loss in the final. “Rafa, thank you for allowing me to win it once,” Djokovic said. “I couldn’t ask for a better start to the clay season.” Rafa won his 46 previous matches and the last eight titles at Monte Carlo – beating Djokovic in last year’s final – and his last defeat in the event was to Guillermo Coria 10 years ago. Nadal missed the 2004 tournament because of injury before winning his first Monte Carlo title the following year. Now, Rafael Nadal is quickly refocusing on winning an eighth title at the Barcelona Open. Good to know Rafa cares more about his health than Monte Carlo streak. Check out a couple of photos below and head over to the complete 2013 Monte Carlo gallery.