Different format in ATP Monte Carlo series?

Question

All top four seeds in the semis...normally in other tourneys i have observed its always number 1 vs. 4 and number 2 vs. 3...this time, its no.1 (Federer) vs. no.3 (Djokovic) and no.2 Nadal vs. no.4 Davydenko...am i correct?...thanks, just wondering....

Answer 1

We saw a similar thing in the Australian Open, with Federer and Djokovic meeting there in the semis.

I think 1 and 2 are separated into two halves of the draw. Then 3 and 4 are randomly placed in two halves as well. There is no rule that says it must be 1,4 vs 2,3.

Answer 2

I aggree with Dr D. It's a great answer. I am just being frank.