French hopes dashed as final two players bow out of Monte-Carlo Masters
Corentin Moutet and Térence Atmane both fell in the second round, leaving France without representation in the prestigious clay court tournament.
The Monte-Carlo Masters has bid farewell to its last French representatives after both Corentin Moutet and Térence Atmane suffered second-round defeats on Wednesday afternoon.
Moutet faced Norway's Casper Ruud in what proved to be a frustrating encounter for the French player. Despite creating several promising opportunities throughout the match, he was unable to capitalise on his chances, ultimately falling 7-5, 6-3 to the Norwegian.
Shortly afterwards, compatriot Térence Atmane met a similar fate against Argentina's Tomas Etcheverry. After claiming the opening set, Atmane watched his opponent mount a comeback to secure victory 3-6, 6-3, 6-2.
With both players now eliminated, France finds itself without any representation as the tournament progresses to the third round, marking the end of home hopes at the prestigious Principality clay court event.