Active players to reach finals of all three clay events at ATP Masters 1000

Reaching the final of any Masters 1000 event is a big deal—but doing it during the clay-court swing is something truly special. The trio of tournaments in Monte Carlo, Madrid, and Rome forms the backbone of the European clay season, and each presents its own unique challenge.

Monte Carlo kicks off the clay-court trifecta. Played at sea level, it offers slower conditions that reward players who are patient and willing to grind. Rome, which comes later, has a similar feel in terms of court speed, but players there also have to battle the elements—wind and cooler temperatures can make matches unpredictable.

Then there’s Madrid. Unlike the other two, it’s played at altitude. That means the ball flies faster and bounces higher, leading to quicker points and a game that favors big hitters.

Adapting to all three of these tournaments is no easy task. It takes skill, endurance, and the ability to adjust quickly. So when a player not only makes deep runs but reaches the finals—or even wins titles—at all three, it’s a true mark of clay-court mastery.

Here’s a look at the active ATP players who have proven just how versatile they are by making it to the finals at Monte Carlo, Madrid, and Rome.

Stan Wawrinka

Stan Wawrinka's shining moment at the ATP Masters 1000 level came in 2014, when he captured the Monte Carlo title with a memorable win over fellow Swiss star Roger Federer. It remains his only Masters 1000 crown.

Throughout his career, Wawrinka also made it to the finals in Rome (2008) and Madrid (2013), showcasing his strength on clay. He found success on hard courts as well, reaching the final at Indian Wells.

Monte Carlo was one of his favorite hunting grounds. During his prime, the 40-year-old reached at least the quarterfinals there five times, underlining his consistent performances at the iconic clay-court event.

Stefanos Tsitsipas

Stefanos Tsitsipas has built a reputation as one of the most consistent clay-court players on the ATP Tour. Nowhere has that been more evident than at the Monte Carlo Masters, where the Greek star has truly made his mark. He’s won the title three times — in 2021, 2022, and 2024 — and holds an impressive 22-4 record at the tournament.

While his dominance at Monte Carlo stands out, Tsitsipas has also shown strong performances at the other two clay-court ATP Masters 1000 events. In Madrid, he reached the final in 2019, where he was beaten by Novak Djokovic, and made the semifinals in 2022, falling to Alexander Zverev.

In Rome, Tsitsipas has reached the semifinals twice, in 2019 and 2023. His best shot at the title came in 2022, but once again, Djokovic proved to be the hurdle he couldn’t clear.

Overall, Tsitsipas remains a major threat on clay and continues to be one of the most reliable performers on the surface.

Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz has claimed six ATP Masters 1000 titles, with three of those coming on clay courts. Two of his clay-court triumphs were in Madrid, where he lifted the trophy in both 2022 and 2023. In doing so, he followed in the footsteps of fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal, who also defended his Madrid title in 2013 and 2014.

Alcaraz added another major clay title to his name in 2025, winning the Monte Carlo Masters after defeating Lorenzo Musetti in the final. He then reached his third ATP 1000 clay final of his career at the 2025 Italian Open.

Now, he’s set for a showdown with Jannik Sinner in the Rome final, aiming to capture his first title at the historic tournament. Alcaraz heads into the clash with a strong clay-court record, boasting 90 wins to 19 losses—an impressive 82% win rate on the surface.

Novak Djokovic

With 40 titles to his name, Novak Djokovic holds the record for the most ATP Masters 1000 victories in history. He reached this incredible milestone at the 2023 Paris Masters, where he defeated Grigor Dimitrov in the final.

On clay, Djokovic has collected a total of 11 Masters 1000 titles across Monte Carlo, Madrid, and Rome. He has lifted the trophy twice in Monte Carlo (2013, 2015), three times in Madrid (2013, 2016, 2019), and an impressive six times in Rome (2008, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2020, 2022).

One of his most memorable wins came in Monte Carlo in 2013, when he ended Rafael Nadal’s incredible dominance at the tournament. Nadal had won eight straight titles there from 2005 to 2012, but Djokovic snapped that streak with a stunning performance in the final.

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