Nicolas Kiefer def. Marin Cilic
3-6 7-6(4) 6-3
Nicolas Kiefer defeated Marin Cilic 3-6 7-6(4) 6-3 in the 2008 Monte-Carlo Masters first round on clay courts.
Match Information
Match Statistics
| Stat | Nicolas Kiefer | Marin Cilic |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 1 | 4 |
| Double faults | 3 | 4 |
| First serve % | 52 | 54 |
| First serve points won % | 69 | 60 |
| Second serve points won % | 50 | 53 |
| Break points saved % | 50 | 60 |
| Break points converted % | 40 | 50 |
| Service points won % | 60 | 57 |
| Return points won % | 43 | 40 |
| Total points won % | 51 | 49 |
Player Comparison
| Field | Nicolas Kiefer | Marin Cilic |
|---|---|---|
| Country | GER | CRO |
| Birth date | Jul 5, 1977 | Sep 28, 1988 |
| Age | 30 | 19 |
| Height | 183 cm | 198 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | Two-Handed Backhand | Two-Handed Backhand |
| Ranking (entering) | 44 | 52 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 745 | 696 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,853 | 1,768 |
| Current career W-L | 347–255 | 578–350 |
| Current career earnings | $7,480,465 | $33,520,563 |
No prior-path match data is available for this tournament stage.