Auger-Aliassime Advances in Paris; Diallo Exits After Comeback Attempt
At the Paris Rolex Masters, Félix Auger-Aliassime demonstrated his resilience by advancing to the third round after defeating Alexandre Muller. In a gripping three-set match lasting over three hours, Auger-Aliassime faced substantial challenges but ultimately triumphed with a score of 5-7, 7-6(5), 7-6(4). This victory keeps his hopes alive for qualifying for the ATP Finals.
Auger-Aliassime’s Remarkable Comeback
In the second round, Auger-Aliassime was two points away from defeat in the second-set tiebreaker. Despite facing a tough opponent, the world No. 10 displayed exceptional skill, particularly at the net where he won 23 out of 31 points. Both players exchanged leads, but it was Auger-Aliassime’s aggressive play that ultimately secured his win.
- Match Duration: Over 3 hours
- Points Won by Muller: 5 more than Auger-Aliassime
- Winners: Auger-Aliassime – 50, Muller – 20
- Unforced Errors: Auger-Aliassime – 55
A significantly shaky start saw Auger-Aliassime under pressure during his first service game. However, he managed to save break points with impressive shot-making. After an early setback, he regrouped and was quick to respond to Muller’s breaks in momentum throughout the match.
Upcoming Challenges
In the next round, Auger-Aliassime will face Daniel Altmaier, who holds a 2-1 advantage in their previous meetings. Notably, Auger-Aliassime’s latest victory over Altmaier came earlier in May.
Diallo’s Successful Campaign Ends
Meanwhile, Gabriel Diallo’s journey at the Rolex Paris Masters came to an end after a challenging match against Alex de Minaur, who is ranked sixth in the world. Diallo put forth a strong effort but lost in three sets with scores of 7-6(8), 4-6, 6-3.
- Match Duration: Over 2.5 hours
- Winners Count: Diallo – over 70, De Minaur – 30
- Unforced Errors: Diallo – 66, De Minaur – 32
Diallo showed great tenacity by coming back from 2-5 down in the first set to push the match into a tiebreak. He initially led 5-0, but despite his efforts, he eventually succumbed to De Minaur’s pressing gameplay.
Future Prospects for Diallo
Dials’ performance this season has marked a personal best in ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, with a quarter-final appearance in Madrid. He will continue his efforts on the tour at the Moselle Open in Metz starting in November.
Overall, both Auger-Aliassime and Diallo showcased remarkable talent and resilience at the Paris Rolex Masters, though their paths diverged as Auger-Aliassime advances and Diallo exits after a valiant effort.
