Jurgen Melzer (AUT) (#9) strengthens his clay credentials early in the season by getting a semifinal slot in Monte Carlo, losing to David Ferrer. However, it was his win over Roger Federer in the quarters, which could help improve his confidence more. Melzer, a surprise semi-finalist in the French Open last year, just showed that he is still a threat to the clay court crown. I am also happy for him, because he has finally reached the Top 10 in the rankings! The next goal now is to make consistent dents deeper into the Grand Slam tournaments. This was his path to the Monte Carlo semi's -
SF - lost to David Ferrer (ESP) (#6) 36 26
QF - Roger Federer (SUI) (#3) 64 63
3R - Nicolas Almagro (ESP) (#12) 61 64
2R - Robin Haase (NED) (#63) 36 61 62
1R - Bye
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