One-Week Wonder

As other Masters 1000 events bloat, Monte Carlo sparkles anew as a suddenly rare gem.

Monte Carlo, a breezy escape from the grind elsewhere. (File photo by Nikeush)

I’ve been enjoying watching the early rounds from Monte Carlo this week more than I ever have in previous years, and I know why: brevity is the soul of an ATP tournament, and I’m cherishing it where I still can.

Befitting its geography and high-priced real estate, the Mediterra…