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Ugo Humbert Exits Monte-Carlo Masters Following First-Round Loss and Hand Injury

The French tennis player battled through a fractured hand but fell to Alexei Popyrin in a hard-fought three-set match.

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Overview

  • Ugo Humbert was eliminated in the first round of the Monte-Carlo Masters on April 8, 2025, losing to Alexei Popyrin 3-6, 7-6 (7/2), 6-4.
  • Humbert sustained a fractured fifth metacarpal in his right hand after a fall, forcing him to play with a bandaged hand during the match.
  • The injury significantly impacted his performance, particularly his two-handed backhand, requiring him to adapt his game on the clay surface.
  • Despite the pain and limitations, Humbert expressed pride in competing and emphasized his determination to continue his season.
  • He confirmed his participation in the ATP 500 in Munich next week, though he will need to play with a hand brace for the next three to four weeks.