Alcaraz Aims for Year-End No. 1 in Turin ATP Finals Opener

Turin, Italy — The 2025 Nitto ATP Finals kicks off today with a thrilling match featuring Carlos Alcaraz against Alex de Minaur. This highly anticipated showdown will take place at the Inalpi Arena, as top-ranked players vie for the prestigious year-end title.

Currently holding the No. 2 spot in the PIF ATP Rankings, Alcaraz faces De Minaur in the opening match of the Jimmy Connors Group. Their previous encounters show Alcaraz leading with a solid 4-0 record against the Australian, including victories earlier this season in Rotterdam and Barcelona.

Alcaraz’s goal is clear: to once again claim the year-end No. 1 ranking. He stated, “Winning matches here and the year-end No. 1 goes together.” For Alcaraz, achieving this title requires him to perform well throughout the tournament.

On the other hand, De Minaur enters the event with confidence, having the highest number of hard-court wins this season at 42-14. The 24-year-old Australian is looking to secure his first win at the finals and expressed optimism about his form: “Overall, I’m very pleased with the year I’ve had,” he said.

The stakes are high for both players. A victory for Alcaraz would strengthen his path toward the semifinals, while De Minaur aims to upset his rival and claim a significant first win against him. This match is expected to set the tone for both players as they begin their campaigns in Turin.

The match is scheduled to start at approximately 2:30 PM local time and promises to deliver intense tennis action.