Lorenzo Musetti and Felix Auger-Aliassime Fight for Last ATP Finals Spot
The ATP Tour's regular season is coming to a close in 11 days, but several major storylines remain unresolved for the 2025 season. Among the key questions are who will finish as year-end No. 1 and who will win the ATP Finals.
Seven of the eight spots for the season-ending tournament in Turin have been secured. The final place will be decided in a tight race between Felix Auger-Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti.
Current Standings and Upcoming Tournaments
Felix Auger-Aliassime holds the eighth position in the Race To Turin rankings, 160 points ahead of ninth-placed Lorenzo Musetti. Auger-Aliassime has 3,845 points, while Musetti trails closely with 3,685 points.
The last events of the regular season take place this week in Athens and Metz, where both players have different plans. Due to a left-knee injury, Auger-Aliassime has withdrawn from the Moselle Open, while Musetti is preparing to compete in the inaugural Hellenic Championship — a new ATP 250 tournament in Athens.
"It is the Canadian who currently occupies eighth spot in the official Race To Turin rankings. He sits just 160 points ahead of ninth-placed Musetti, with 3,845 points to the Italian's 3,685."
Implications of the Close Race
The narrow points difference sets up an intense finish for the final ATP Finals qualification spot, making the upcoming tournaments crucial.
Musetti's Opportunity and Auger-Aliassime's Challenge
- Musetti aims to capitalize on his participation in Athens to close the gap.
- Auger-Aliassime faces uncertainty due to his knee injury and withdrawal from Moselle Open.
The arithmetic behind the qualification battle remains complex, highlighting the competitiveness of this season’s conclusion.
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