Novak Djokovic equalled Roger Federer's record for the most men's grand slam singles semi-final appearances in history by coming from a set down to defeat Andrey Rublev.
Russia's Andrey Rublev reflected on the tournament's decision to ban him last year after playing his way into the second round.
Andrey Rublev fought back from a set down for the second match in succession to win his first Masters 1000 title in Monte Carlo.
Great Britain's Dan Evans proved no match for fifth seed Andrey Rublev in a straight-sets defeat at the Australian Open on Saturday.