On October 31, 2025, Jannik Sinner continued his impressive form at the Paris Masters, defeating fellow rising star Ben Shelton with a straight-set score of 6-3, 6-3. This victory marked Sinner’s debut in the semifinals of this prestigious tournament and positioned him closer to reclaiming the No. 1 ranking in the ATP standings.
With this latest win, Sinner extended his dominance over Shelton to seven consecutive victories and added to his remarkable indoor winning streak, which now stands at 24 matches dating back to November of last year. The Italian is aiming to secure his first Masters title of the year; a win in Paris would ensure his return to the top of the world rankings by Monday.
In the semifinals, Sinner is set to face defending champion Alexander Zverev, who recently ended a challenging streak against Daniil Medvedev. Zverev triumphed over the Russian in a thrilling match after saving two match points, ultimately winning 2-6, 6-3, 7-6(5). This victory was particularly significant for Zverev, as he had suffered five consecutive losses to Medvedev over the past two years. Zverev’s resolve shone through, especially during the tight moments of the final set.
“It’s quite complicated to play against Daniil,” Zverev admitted during his on-court interview. “He has definitely had my number lately. I’m thrilled with the outcome today. Jannik and I had a fantastic match just last weekend, and I’m looking forward to another competition with him.”
Further proving his mettle, Felix Auger-Aliassime eliminated wild card Valentin Vacherot with a commanding 6-2, 6-2 performance. Vacherot had been riding high after his recent title in Shanghai and a winning streak in Masters tournaments, but Auger-Aliassime’s higher level of play proved too challenging for the Monegasque player. This victory advances the Canadian to his fourth Masters semifinal of the season.
“It’s daunting to face someone so confident,” Auger-Aliassime remarked, acknowledging Vacherot’s recent success. “I knew I had to stay focused from the very beginning, and that mindset really helped me settle into the match.”
Auger-Aliassime’s stellar run this season has seen him reach ten tour semifinals, a feat only surpassed by Carlos Alcaraz. He has already secured titles in Adelaide, Montpellier, and Brussels.
In other quarterfinal action, Alexander Bublik made headlines by ousting sixth-seeded Alex de Minaur in a closely contended match, clinching it with a score of 6-7(5), 6-4, 7-5, all while remaining flawless on his serve. Bublik has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence, winning 30 out of his last 37 matches and earning four titles since the French Open. With this result, he becomes the first Kazakh player to reach a Masters semifinals, carving a niche in tennis history.
As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming semifinal matches, including a much-anticipated clash between Sinner and Zverev, as well as Auger-Aliassime’s showdown with Bublik. These encounters promise to deliver high-stakes action in the final days of the Paris Masters.
