Sunday’s schedule is set for an all-seeded finale across ATP 250 events in Almaty and Brussels, featuring strong matchups, particularly with Daniil Medvedev facing Corentin Moutet and Felix Auger-Aliassime going up against Jiri Lehecka.
At the Almaty Open, Daniil Medvedev, the second seed, is on the cusp of ending a long title drought stretching back to his victory in Rome in May 2023. The 29-year-old Russian has reached seven finals since then, unfortunately not converting any into titles, including three defeats in 2023 and another in Halle 2025. Medvedev has secured his place in the final after overcoming Adam Walton, Fabian Marozsan, and James Duckworth, putting him one victory away from potentially capturing his 21st ATP title at a different venue.
On the other side of the net, Corentin Moutet, currently ranked 41st in the world, poses a challenge for Medvedev. Their head-to-head record is equal at one win each; Medvedev emerged victorious on the grass of Mallorca in 2022, while Moutet claimed a comeback win earlier this summer in Washington in a thrilling encounter. Although Moutet’s momentum has fluctuated since his semifinal run in D.C., he is back in form this week, having defeated notable players like Bernard Tomic and Alexander Shechenko. Yet, the pressure is palpable for Moutet, as he seeks his first ATP title, having lost both previous finals contested.
Prediction: Medvedev in three sets.
Over in Brussels, the third seed, Jiri Lehecka, takes on the second seed, Felix Auger-Aliassime, in a compelling clash. This will be their third meeting, with both players having won once before. Lehecka’s victory came in a marathon match at the 2023 Australian Open, while Auger-Aliassime advanced via retirement in their brief encounter at the 2024 Madrid Masters.
With recent upsets in the tournament landscape, including Lorenzo Musetti’s quarterfinal exit and Holger Rune’s injury in Stockholm, Auger-Aliassime sees a vital opportunity to advance in the race to Turin, a chance that typically eludes those competing at ATP 250 events. The Canadian, currently ranked 13th, follows up on his impressive semifinal run at the U.S. Open, having battled through tight matches against Damir Dzumhur and Eliot Spizzirri to reach the final.
Lehecka, ranked 17th, has displayed resilience by eliminating Gilles Arnaud Bailly and benefiting from a retirement from Benjamin Bonzi. His last match showcased an impressive service performance, only conceding seven service points against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Although Auger-Aliassime may seem like the favorite, both players are evenly matched, adding an intriguing layer to the final.
Prediction: Lehecka in three sets.
As tennis fans gear up for these finals, the stakes couldn’t be higher for both Medvedev and Moutet in Almaty, alongside Auger-Aliassime and Lehecka in Brussels. The excitement builds as players aim for glory and the opportunity to lift the coveted trophies.
