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Jakub Mensik Reflects on Miami Open Triumph and Strategic Recovery Plan

The 19-year-old Czech star, who defeated Novak Djokovic to claim his first ATP Masters 1000 title, opts to skip Monte Carlo Masters to prioritize recovery.

Overview

  • Jakub Mensik secured his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the Miami Open, defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets and becoming the second-youngest champion in the tournament's history.
  • Mensik's win propelled him to a career-high ranking of world number 24 and marked the first Masters 1000 victory for a Czech player since 2005.
  • He overcame a significant knee injury during the tournament, nearly withdrawing before his first-round match, but received treatment that enabled him to compete and ultimately triumph.
  • The young star has decided to skip the Monte Carlo Masters to recover and focus on long-term goals, a decision supported by tennis legend Boris Becker.
  • Novak Djokovic, who praised Mensik's performance, continues his pursuit of a 100th ATP title as he prepares for the clay season starting in Monte Carlo.