Cameron Norrie to Face Carlos Alcaraz in Paris Masters Round Two 2025
Cameron Norrie, the British tennis player, is set to take on world number one Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the Paris Masters. Norrie secured his spot after defeating Sebastian Baez in a straight-sets match.
Match Details
In the first round, Norrie, currently ranked 31st in the world, overcame Argentina’s Baez, who is ranked 12 places lower. The match concluded with a score of 6-3, 6-4 and witnessed six breaks of serve throughout.
Key Moments
- Norrie raced to an early 3-0 lead before Baez fought back, leveling the score at 3-3.
- Regaining his composure, Norrie won the next three games, ultimately converting his second set point to clinch the first set.
- In the second set, Norrie saved multiple break points, showcasing resilience before securing victory.
Norrie’s Thoughts
Norrie expressed his determination to win, acknowledging the pressure while serving for the match. He stated, “I was really tight going to serve for the match,” and aimed to handle the situation calmly.
Next Challenge: Facing Alcaraz
Norrie’s next opponent, Carlos Alcaraz, will enter the match after a break from competitive play. Alcaraz’s last appearance was in late September, where he triumphed over Taylor Fritz to win the Japan Open.
Head-to-Head Record
Norrie and Alcaraz have faced each other seven times, with Alcaraz winning five of these encounters. Their most recent match occurred in the quarter-finals of Wimbledon, where Alcaraz defeated Norrie in straight sets.
Other Matches
In related news, British player Jacob Fearnley will face the 12th seed, Andrey Rublev, later today in the first round of the tournament.
