Paris Masters 2025: Sonego vs Korda Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
Lorenzo Sonego is set to kick off his 2025 Paris Masters campaign against American qualifier Sebastian Korda. This first-round matchup marks an important moment for both players as they navigate challenging seasons.
Match Details
- Date: October 26, 2025
- Tournament: Paris Masters 2025
- Round: First Round (Round of 64)
- Venue: La Defense Arena, Paris, France
- Category: ATP Masters 1000
- Surface: Indoor Hard Court
- Live Telecast: Tennis Channel, TSN, Sky Sports
Sonego’s 2025 Performance
This year has been a struggle for Sonego. He has a win-loss record of 20-27, which includes eleven exits in the first round and nine in the second round. Notably, Sonego excelled in Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and the fourth round at Wimbledon.
Korda’s Recent Journey
In contrast, Korda has faced setbacks due to injuries and fluctuating performance. He reached the final in Adelaide early this year but lost to Felix Auger-Aliassime. To enter the Paris Masters, Korda had to triumph in qualifying rounds, defeating Vit Kopriva and Valentin Royer with scores of 6-2, 7-5 and 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 respectively.
Head-to-Head Record
Sonego and Korda have played against each other five times, with Sonego leading 3-2 in their head-to-head meetings. Their previous encounter ended in a victory for Korda, who won 6-4, 7-6 (10) in last year’s Adelaide tournament. Notably, Sonego has secured wins in both their indoor meetings, giving him an edge in this upcoming match.
Prediction for the Match
Sonego has previously reached two finals on indoor hard courts, clinching victory at the Moselle Open in 2022. In 2025, his indoor hard court record stands at 3-4, with quarterfinal finishes in Marseille and Stockholm. Korda also has experience on indoor surfaces, with three final appearances but no titles. His 2025 indoor hard court record is 4-3, peaking at a quarterfinal finish in Stockholm.
Both players have inconsistent forms heading into this matchup. Sonego’s previous success on indoor courts gives him a slight advantage. Predictions suggest that Sonego is likely to emerge victorious, potentially winning in three sets.
