The Rolex Paris Masters will see thrilling matchups as seeds Lorenzo Musetti and Alex de Minaur commence their campaigns. Both players received first-round byes and are set to face Lorenzo Sonego and Gabriel Diallo, respectively.
Lorenzo Musetti vs. Lorenzo Sonego
This match features an intriguing all-Italian clash. Musetti and Sonego are meeting for the second time in their careers. Their first encounter was exactly one year ago. Musetti dominated that match, winning 6-2, 6-2 on the hard courts in Vienna.
Sonego, currently ranked 45th globally, secured a victory over Sebastian Korda in the previous round. However, facing a high-caliber opponent like Musetti proves to be challenging. Musetti, ranked seventh, is in exceptional form and is a contender for a spot in the Nitto ATP Finals.
- Previous Meeting: Musetti won 6-2, 6-2 in Vienna (2022)
- Sonego’s Ranking: 45th
- Musetti’s Ranking: 7th
Prediction
Musetti is expected to progress in straight sets, a forecast supported by his current performance levels.
Gabriel Diallo vs. Alex de Minaur
In the second match, Alex de Minaur faces Gabriel Diallo. De Minaur is ahead in the championship race for the year-end finals, sitting just behind Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton.
This season, De Minaur boasts a record of 53 wins and 20 losses and has consistently reached at least the quarterfinals of his recent events. His strong performance includes a quarterfinal finish at the U.S. Open and a semifinal appearance in Beijing.
- De Minaur’s Ranking: 6th
- Diallo’s Ranking: 42nd
- Previous Meeting: De Minaur won 6-4, 7-5 at the 2023 Toronto Masters
Match Dynamics
Diallo has improved since their last encounter but still might find it challenging to match De Minaur’s consistency. While faster surfaces typically favor De Minaur, Diallo could benefit from shorter rally patterns.
Prediction
De Minaur is anticipated to secure a win in this matchup, likely in two sets.
Both matches promise excitement as the players vie for a chance to advance further in the prestigious Rolex Paris Masters.
