Zverev Begins Title Defense at ATP Paris Masters Against Carabelli

PARIS, France — Defending champion Alexander Zverev will start his title defense at the ATP Paris Masters on October 29, facing clay-court specialist Camilo Ugo Carabelli in the second round. This matchup comes after Zverev received a bye in the first round, while Carabelli secured his spot by defeating Tomas Martin Etcheverry with a score of 7-5, 6-3.

Zverev, currently ranked No. 3 in the world, is aiming to repeat his success from the previous year, where he won the tournament without facing any seeded players. This time, however, the competition includes the world’s top players. Carabelli, ranked No. 49, is known for his resilience on clay but has struggled on hard courts with a 2-3 record.

As the tournament progresses, Zverev faces heightened expectations. “It’s special to defend here—that’s what I’m going for back-to-back,” Zverev said after his recent victory at the Munich Open. His powerful serve will be a critical tool against Carabelli’s baseline play. Conversely, Carabelli aims to capitalize on any chances, stating, “This victory opens up Paris for me—fighting for every point.”

The Paris Masters began on October 25 and will run until November 2, held at the Accor Arena, which accommodates up to 15,000 spectators for tennis events. The excitement builds as players vie for rankings and prize money in one of the premier ATP Masters 1000 events of the season.

With a prize pool exceeding $7 million and the winner taking home $1.1 million, the stakes are high. Should Zverev secure a win against Carabelli, he will advance in the tournament, further cementing his status as a contender for the ATP Finals in Turin.

The match is anticipated to showcase Zverev’s powerful game against Carabelli’s endurance, making it a must-watch for tennis fans worldwide.