Denis Shapovalov vs Alexander Blockx Preview & Prediction | 2026 Monte-Carlo Masters | First Round
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Denis Shapovalov goes up against Alexander Blockx in the first-round of the Monte-Carlo Masters.
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Monte Carlo Country Club, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Denis Shapovalov vs Alexander Blockx prediction
Denis Shapovalov’s best result of the season so far was in Dallas, but he failed to retain his title after a three set loss to Ben Shelton in the semi-finals. He managed to get through to the third-round of Indian Wells, but his time in Miami was short-lived as he lost his opening round match to Botic van de Zandschulp in three sets. He has never got past the first-round of this event in Monte-Carlo.
The Canadian takes on Alexander Blockx. The 20-year-old has been very competitive on the Challenger Tour this year, as he won a title in Canberra at the start of the year and also advanced through to the final in Lille. Blockx defeated Francesco Maestrelli and Damir Dzumhur in qualifying without dropping a set, and he has a bit of momentum on his side.
He will also take confidence from beating Shapovalov at a Challenger event in New Orleans 18 months ago. Shapovalov tends to struggle at this event, and Blockx will look to apply pressure straight away.
Denis Shapovalov vs Alexander Blockx tip: Both players to win a set
