Khachanov and Auger-Aliassime Face Off in Halle’s Round of 16

Halle, Germany — Eighth-seeded Karen Khachanov will face Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Round of 16 at the 2025 ATP Terra Wortmann Open. Khachanov, coming off a straight-set victory over Zizou Bergs, aims to continue his success at Halle, where he boasts a strong record.

Khachanov’s path to this match included a solid performance, pushing him through after reaching the third round at Roland Garros. With ten grass-court wins at Halle under his belt, he has advanced to the quarterfinals four times in the past five years. Despite a successful 2024 season where he claimed two ATP titles and reached the finals in Vienna, Khachanov is determined to regain his form in the current tournament.

Auger-Aliassime, however, is also on a roll. The Canadian overcame Laslo Djere in a thrilling three-set match and has shown promise on grass this year, reaching the semifinals in Stuttgart last week. Despite a recent medical timeout for a foot issue, Auger-Aliassime’s record of 3-1 on grass and past semifinal runs in both Hamburg and Stuttgart highlight his growing prowess.

In their previous meetings, Auger-Aliassime holds a slight 2-1 advantage over Khachanov. Interestingly, Khachanov won their only match-up on his birthday in 2019. Both athletes have made significant progress since their last encounter, and this will mark their first meeting in three years.

Khachanov is known for his powerful serve and forehand, which are particularly effective on grass courts. However, Auger-Aliassime’s recent form, including a string of six wins in Germany since April, suggests a tightly contested match could unfold. Fitness might play a crucial role, with fans eager to see if he can push past his recent physical challenges.

The betting odds slightly favor Auger-Aliassime, indicating a competitive matchup ahead. Fans can expect an exciting match as both players aim for a spot in the quarterfinals of this prestigious event.