ROLEX MONTE-CARLO MASTERS
It is one of the sporting events that has always borne the name of the Principality worldwide attracting spectators and sports Media from all over the world to follow the talented players as they search for a match point . The Monte-Carlo Masters is one of the oldest tennis tournaments , second in seniority only to Wimbledon . The Monte-Carlo Tennis tournament stemmed from a British style amateur challenge held on the courts behind the popular Hôtel de Paris , in 1897 . Since then , its prestige has increased exponentially , changing locations and surviving World Wars I and II with great support from the Princely Family and Société des Bains de Mer . In 1928 , the turning point was the creation of the Monte-Carlo Country Club and the terraced red clay tennis courts framed in that spectacular natural setting between rocks and sea . The Monte-Carlo Masters is a topical sporting and social event able to attract relevant figures of the international jet set and gentry .
The modern tournament , associated since 2006 with a famous brand of watches , is strongly backed by Monegasques ; it is a jewel in the crown of local sport events . The great champions are particularly fond of it , particularly its inclusion as an ATP World Tour Masters 1000 international tournament and they vigorously defend it against any attempt to be downgraded .
The success of the Monte-Carlo Masters has always depended on the talent of those who ply their rackets in this special corner of the Côte d ’ Azur . But who are they ? HelloMonaco provides you with an exclusive Hall of Fame of the most successful and renowned players of all time .
The Monte-Carlo Country Club : panoramic view ( 2019 )
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