Auger-Aliassime Seeks Strong Paris Outcome for ATP Finals Qualification

Félix Auger-Aliassime is striving to secure his spot in the ATP Finals amid a crucial moment in his career. As the final Masters 1000 event of 2025 unfolds this week, it brings with it significant implications for his season. The Rolex Paris Masters represents Auger-Aliassime’s last opportunity to qualify for Turin, and the stakes are high.

Auger-Aliassime’s Path to Turin

In order to qualify, Auger-Aliassime must achieve remarkable results in Paris. Currently ranked ninth, he faces a challenging path. To overtake Lorenzo Musetti, who holds the eighth and last qualifying position, Auger-Aliassime needs to reach at least the finals. Musetti is currently 480 points ahead of him.

Challenging Matchups Ahead

• Initial match against qualifier Francisco Comesana.
• Possible second-round match against either Alexandre Muller or Brandon Nakashima.
• Projected third-round opponent: eighth seed Casper Ruud.
• Potential quarter-final opponent: world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz.

If Auger-Aliassime can overcome these challenges and reach the final, he secures critical points. Winning the title is his only guaranteed route to Turin qualification. Even if he finishes as a runner-up, his hopes could hinge on the performances of Musetti, Alex de Minaur, and Ben Shelton.

Alternate Chances and Other Canadian Players

Should Auger-Aliassime fail to reach the semifinals, his chances may still linger. He has the option to qualify as an alternate if a top-eight player withdraws. Fellow Canadians Denis Shapovalov and Gabriel Diallo are also competing in the Paris draw, with a potential third-round clash looming between them.

Shapovalov’s Road Ahead

• Match against Joao Fonseca to start the week.
• Possible quarter-final opponent: No. 10 seed Karen Khachanov or qualifier Ethan Quinn.

Diallo will begin against Tallon Griekspoor in the first round, with Alex de Minaur likely waiting in round two. A strong performance from either player could lead them into a quarter-final matchup with Taylor Fritz.

Looking Beyond: WTA Highlights

On the WTA side, notable performances from Canadians such as Leylah Annie Fernandez and Victoria Mboko continue to grab attention in upcoming events. Fernandez, seeded second, opens against Xiyu Wang, while Mboko, seeded third, faces Talia Gibson.

Both women have the potential to meet in the later rounds, showcasing the growing talent of Canadian tennis.

As Auger-Aliassime navigates this pivotal week, his focus remains on achieving a strong outcome at the Paris Masters. The results could shape his tennis career and aspirations for the ATP Finals.