Gallery: The Best Photos From the Monte Carlo Masters

It is difficult to find a more beautiful setting than the pristine scene at the Monte-Carlo Masters. Played at the Monte Carlo Country Club in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, the clay-court event might well be the most beautiful tennis tournament on Earth.

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Dominic Thiem lines up a backhand during his match against Novak Djokovic. Monaco's rocky coastline is visible the background. 

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Alex Zverev sets up a "Sampras slam" during his semi-final loss to Kei Nishikori. 

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The Monte-Carlo Sporting Club sits on the beautiful coast of Monte-Carlo. 

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The shadows create a natural spotlight as Rohan Bopanna serves alongside partner Edouard Roger-Vasselin.

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Kei Nishikori hits a volley during his semifinal victory over Alexander Zverev. 

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Dusk descends upon the quarterfinal match between Richard Gasquet and Alexander Zverev. 

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Alexander Zverev lines up a forehand opposite his shadow. 

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Alexander Zverev serves to Kei Nishikori with a yacht in the background. 

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Marin Cilic faces off against Kei Nishikori with a cruise ship visible in the background. 

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A view from the crowd as Grigor Dimitrov faces off against David Goffin. 

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Marin Cilic serves during his quarterfinal loss to Kei Nishikori. 

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Novak Djokovic extends himself to hit a forehand. 

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Rafa Nadal celebrates winning his 11th Monte-Carlo Masters title.