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My Masters 1000: Pablo Carreno Busta

Spain’s Pablo Carreno Busta has reached his first Masters 1000 quarter-final at Indian Wells this week. The World No. 23 tells ATPWorldTour.com about his Masters 1000 memories and aspirations.

What makes the Masters 1000s special?
For me, if you make it to the draw and compete, it means that you are part of the best of the world and that makes it special. 

Which is your favourite Masters 1000 tournament and why?
I’ll probably go with [the BNP Paribas Open in] Indian Wells. The facilities are simply spectacular. 

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Which Masters 1000 would you most want to win and why?
I wouldn’t mind winning any of them, to be honest. Any of the nine would be just great, but if I had to pick one, I’d go with the Mutua Madrid Open, because it’s in Spain and I would play at home. 

Your favourite Masters 1000 memory?
Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters 2014 was the most special one for me. I won my first Masters 1000 match there and it’s where I’ve played some of my best tennis. I remember that I beat Gael Monfils in one of my most important wins so far.

What is your dream match at a Masters 1000 (who would you play & at which tournament)?
I would love to beat Rafael Nadal in Madrid. Championship match, that would be a dream. 

When did you first watch a Masters 1000 tournament on TV or in person?
It was in person. I don’t remember the year, but I know for sure it was in Madrid when it was played on hard courts. I saw Andre Agassi, the only time I saw him live. 

Which Masters 1000 host city is your favourite and why?
Monte-Carlo. I live in Barcelona and it’s one of the closest M1000 we have. But I also love the fact that it’s a complete different city, with glamour, luxury everywhere… Just completely different to everywhere else.