In France: Alejandro Tabilo stuns Stan Wawrinka 1-6 7-5 7-5 in an epic comeback at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

Alejandro Tabilo stuns Stan Wawrinka 1-6 7-5 7-5 in an epic comeback at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.

Tabilo’s celebrating like he’s won it all, denying Stan a historic milestone as the oldest match-winner here. 

Next up: Djokovic in R2! 

Alejandro Tabilo staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Stan Wawrinka in a thrilling match, finishing with a score of 1-6, 7-5, 7-5. The Chilean player found himself down early, dropping the first set convincingly as Wawrinka, the 2014 champion, looked in control. 

However, Tabilo refused to back down, showcasing incredible resilience and mental fortitude. He turned the tide in the second set, leveling the match at 7-5 after a hard-fought battle. The third set was just as intense, with both players trading blows until Tabilo edged out the victory, again 7-5, sealing one of the standout wins of his career. 

The celebration that followed showed just how much this meant to him, as he outlasted a tennis legend to advance. Next up, Tabilo faces a colossal challenge in Novak Djokovic in the second round, a matchup that will test his newfound momentum.

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 For Wawrinka, this loss marked the end of a bid to become the oldest player ever to win a match at this event, a record that would have added another chapter to his storied career. Tabilo’s victory highlights his growing presence on the tour, proving he can hang with the best under pressure.

 His ability to flip the script after a shaky start speaks volumes about his mindset, and it’ll be fascinating to see if he can carry this energy forward against Djokovic. Tennis fans are buzzing about this upset, and it’s clear Tabilo is a name to watch. 

What a moment for Chilean tennis! How do you think he’ll hold up against the world-class Djokovic in the next round?