Alex de Minaur dominates Stan Wawrinka at Monte Carlo Masters

Alex de Minaur, the world no.11, showcased his prowess at the Monte Carlo Masters with a swift victory over Stan Wawrinka in a match that faced a lengthy delay due to rain. The Australian outclassed the 39-year-old wild card Wawrinka, a former world no.3 now ranked no.79, with a commanding 6-3, 6-0 win on the Rainier III court.

Wawrinka, a two-time Grand Slam champion and the 2014 Monte Carlo titleholder, struggled to find his rhythm, committing 28 unforced errors compared to De Minaur's 18. The Swiss veteran managed only four winners while De Minaur capitalized on 12 opportunities.

De Minaur, fresh off a triumph at the Acapulco hard courts earlier this year, is set to face Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor in the next round. However, persistent rain disruptions loom over the tournament, causing delays and uncertainty in the scheduling.

Despite the weather challenges, the world no.1 Novak Djokovic is anticipated to take the court against Russian Roman Safiullin later in the day, provided the conditions permit.

Alex de Minaur's dominant performance against Stan Wawrinka sets the stage for an exciting journey in the Monte Carlo Masters. As the tournament progresses amidst unpredictable weather conditions, tennis enthusiasts eagerly await the upcoming matches to witness top-ranked players like Novak Djokovic in action.