The 2025 Paris Masters kicked off with high drama as Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev produced contrasting performances in the first round. The second-seeded Italian Sinner displayed efficiency and control, defeating Belgium’s Zizou Bergs 6‑4, 6‑2 in just under an hour and a half, advancing smoothly to the third round. His performance keeps him on track for a maiden Masters 1000 title and a potential return to the top spot in the ATP rankings.
Meanwhile, defending champion Zverev had to battle through a challenging three-set match against Camilo Ugo Carabelli, eventually securing victory 6‑7(5), 6‑1, 7‑5 to remain in contention. The German showed resilience after falling behind early in the decider, keeping his hopes of defending the title alive.
The tournament also saw some surprises, including the early exit of Norwegian eighth seed Casper Ruud and a walkover for Daniil Medvedev following a withdrawal, shaking up the draw and giving opportunities for other contenders. Rising stars and established players alike are now fighting for crucial points as the Paris Masters shapes up to be a thrilling lead-in to the ATP Finals in Turin.
Sinner is set to face Francisco Cerundolo in the next round, while Zverev will meet Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, both players looking to navigate the challenging field and make deep runs in the French capital.
The Paris Masters continues to deliver high-stakes action, with every match influencing the final race to the season-ending ATP Finals.
