Humbert and Fokina Faceoff in Basel Semifinals Showdown

BASEL, Switzerland – Ugo Humbert will take on Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the semifinals of the Swiss Indoors on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Humbert, coming off a strong performance, is the last remaining seed in the draw after a series of upsets.

Humbert, ranked 24th, stormed into the semifinals with victories over top-seeded players including Taylor Fritz and Reilly Opelka. After beating Opelka in the quarterfinals, Humbert expressed confidence, stating, “I feel like I’m at home on these courts – everything is perfect.” He boasts an impressive 11-1 record on indoor hard courts this season.

The match with Davidovich Fokina marks the fifth meeting between the two players, with Fokina leading their head-to-head record 2-1. Despite this, Humbert has won two of their three indoor matches. Fokina’s performance has been outstanding this week, having defeated Lorenzo Sonego and Jenson Brooksby, along with a walkover against Casper Ruud.

“I am ready for this challenge,” said Davidovich Fokina, the 18th seed. “Every match here has brought me closer to my goal of winning my first title.”

In the second semifinal, Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca will meet Jaume Munar. Fonseca, just 19 years old, has made a name for himself this week, advancing to the semifinals with back-to-back walkovers and a first-round victory. Munar has managed impressive wins, including a retirement from Felix Auger-Aliassime.

The match between Munar and Fonseca will be their first meeting, and both players will be looking to prove themselves on the big stage. It promises to be a thrilling encounter as both aim to secure a place in the final.

The excitement builds as fans await these key matchups at the Swiss Indoors.