Felix Auger-Aliassime Fights Back to Reach Paris Masters Quarterfinals
What a comeback it was for Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime at the Paris Masters! The Montreal native once again proved why he’s one of the most resilient players on the ATP Tour, battling from a set down to defeat Germany’s Daniel Altmaier 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 and secure a place in the quarterfinals.
At the start, things didn’t look too promising for Felix. Altmaier’s powerful groundstrokes and unpredictable pace gave him an early edge, and Auger-Aliassime struggled to find rhythm on his returns. Losing the first set 3-6 could have shaken anyone’s confidence, but Felix kept his composure. He later admitted that staying patient and calm was key, saying that he just tried to “find solutions” rather than force the issue.
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And find them he did. From the second set onward, the Canadian’s serve became his biggest weapon again — winning a remarkable 87 percent of his first-serve points. He fired seven aces and managed to convert three of ten break chances. By the third set, it was clear the momentum had completely shifted. Altmaier began to falter under pressure while Felix played with increasing confidence, dictating rallies and finishing points with precision.
This victory came just a day after his grueling three-set win over France’s Alexandre Muller, a match that stretched over two tie-break sets and relied heavily on his 21 aces. After another long two-hour battle in Paris, Auger-Aliassime admitted it’s been a tough week but emphasized that fighting through adversity is part of the job. “Three sets all week. It’s been a struggle all week,” he said, acknowledging how much mental strength it takes to keep pushing forward.
Beyond the win itself, this result carries big implications for Felix’s season. He’s currently ninth in the ATP Race to Turin standings — just outside the top eight spots that guarantee qualification for the prestigious ATP Finals. Thursday’s win pushed his total to 3,395 points, only 290 points behind eighth-placed Lorenzo Musetti, who’s already been knocked out of the tournament. That means Felix’s hopes of making Turin are still alive. A win in his next match against Monaco’s rising star Valentin Vacherot could bring him within striking distance, and if he were to win the entire tournament, he’d move safely ahead of Musetti.
For now, the focus remains on maintaining his rhythm and confidence. Vacherot, currently ranked world No. 40, is on a hot streak himself, riding a 10-match Masters-level winning run. But if Auger-Aliassime can continue serving and fighting the way he has been, another deep run in Paris — and maybe a ticket to Turin — is well within reach.
Felix’s journey this week has been a story of persistence, patience, and self-belief — the kind of spirit that keeps fans cheering and opponents on edge.
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