The tournament was excellent last year, what can we expect for Monte-Carlo this year?

Z.F: "Just like last year, the competition is going to have the best players of the moment. We're already in contact with Federer, Nadal, Safin, Nalbandian et Baghdatis. Our best French hopes, Monfils and Gasquet are probably going to be present. Obviously as always, great performances can be expected."

Are there going to be organized any special events during this 100 th edition?

Z.F.: "In fact we're going to offer a full program al around this celebration with many special effects... but I prefer to keep it secret in order to increase the surprise effect."

What inspires you the contribution of Rolex as presenting sponsor?

Z.F: "Rolex is used to working for the biggest Tennis events. As in the case of Wimbledon we hope that this partnership besides the financial advantages will offer a reinforcing of the prestigious image that our tournament already has."

What offers the new partnership between the Masters Series Monte-Carlo and the new Hotel Monte-Carlo Bay?

Z.F.: "The Hotel is situated very close to the Monte-Carlo Country Club and its design is very trendy. It also offers a perfect accommodation for the players as also for the sponsors and the journalists, the proof is the today's press conference which is being held in a perfect setting."