Ethan Quinn Approaches Record with Ninth Qualifying Win at Rolex Paris Masters
Ethan Quinn, a promising young tennis player, has made headlines at the Rolex Paris Masters. His recent victory over Botic van de Zandschulp marked his ninth qualifying win in the ATP Tour this season. This achievement places him just one short of the season record held by Alexei Popyrin and Mischa Zverev, each with ten qualifying wins.
Ethan Quinn’s Remarkable Season
Quinn’s performance this year has been impressive. The 21-year-old from Fresno, California, achieved his career-high ATP ranking of No. 71 this week. Throughout 2025, he successfully advanced through qualifying rounds at various ATP Tour events, including:
- Tokyo
- Mallorca
- Madrid
- Barcelona
- Miami
- Indian Wells
- Dallas
- Roland Garros
In addition to his qualifying success, Quinn also entered the main draw at Delray Beach as a lucky loser, despite losing in the final round of qualifying to Zach Svajda.
Historical Context of Quinn’s Achievement
This season’s nine qualifying wins equal performances by Taro Daniel in 2022, highlighting Quinn’s rising status in the tennis world. Notably, Quinn began his year strong by reaching the final of the Canberra Challenger, although it was not an ATP-level event, losing to Joao Fonseca.
Quinn’s journey is part of a legacy of players who have achieved multiple qualifying wins in a single season. He joins the ranks of notable athletes, including:
- Taro Daniel (2022)
- Ryan Harrison (2016)
- Radek Stepanek (2016)
- Kevin Anderson (2010)
- Michael Tebbutt (1997)
- Andrei Olhovskiy (1992)
In 2023, while still at the University of Georgia, Quinn won the NCAA singles title. His transition to professional tennis has positioned him as a player to watch in the coming years.
Conclusion
Ethan Quinn continues to impress with his achievements at the Rolex Paris Masters and throughout the 2025 season. As he approaches the ATP Tour record for most qualifying wins in a single season, fans and analysts alike anticipate what he will accomplish next.
