Sonego Faces Korda in Paris Masters First Round Showdown

PARIS, France — Lorenzo Sonego will begin his campaign at the 2025 Paris Masters against American qualifier Sebastian Korda on October 27. The match marks an important opportunity for both players to improve their standings in the ATP rankings after challenging seasons.

Sonego, currently ranked 54, has struggled throughout 2025, winning only 20 of his 47 matches this year. He has had eleven first-round exits and nine second-round exits but made notable runs at Slams, reaching the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and the fourth round at Wimbledon.

In contrast, Korda, ranked 86, is looking to regain form after injuries sidelined him for three months following the French Open. Korda recently re-entered the tour with mixed results, reaching the quarterfinals of the Japan Open but facing early exits at other tournaments, including the Swiss Indoors.

Historically, Sonego holds a slight edge over Korda, winning 3 out of their 5 previous encounters. Their last meeting took place in Adelaide in 2024, where Korda took the victory in straight sets. However, Sonego has won both of their matches on indoor hard courts.

The pair will clash at the La Défense Arena, the second largest tennis venue in the world, adding an extra layer of significance to the match. With Korda’s mixed results and injury history and Sonego’s fluctuating performance, this matchup is expected to be highly competitive.

As both players seek to turn their seasons around, fans can expect a closely contested match with the stakes high for both. The winner will advance to the next round, hoping for a strong showing in the prestigious tournament.