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Hot Shot of the Month: Vote for October's winner

From jaw-dropping defence to highlight-reel winners, Nuno Borges, Cameron Norrie, Casper Ruud, and Botic van de Zandschulp lit up the courts to earn nominations for Hot Shot of the Month.

In Shanghai, Borges stuck a behind-the-body scorcher when scrambling to the baseline. Over in Paris, Norrie unleashed an outrageous passing shot on his way to stunning Carlos Alcaraz. Ruud demonstrated incredible defence in Stockholm, where he won the title and Van de Zandschulp hit a staggering skyhook smash in Basel to raise the roof.

Watch the hot shots below, then head to the voting page to cast your vote for your favourite before 12 p.m. ET (6 p.m. CET) on 11 November.

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Norrie seals Metz SF berth with late surge, former champ Sonego wins

Cameron Norrie overcame a stern test from home hope Kyrian Jacquet at the Moselle Open on Thursday. A finalist last year in Metz, Norrie rallied past the lucky loser 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-4 to reach his second semi-final of the season.

The only seed remaining at the ATP 250, Norrie won the final 11 points of the two-hour, 25-minute match to advance.

“He surprised me a lot,” Norrie said of Jacquet, the third Frenchman whom the lefty has beaten this week. “He was mixing it up really well. A lot of slicing, then really aggressive at moments. His serve is really, really good.

“The French have so many good players, so many different kinds of players. I really liked the way he competed and he could have easily won the match in the second set as well, but I managed to stay tough.”

Jacquet crushed 48 winners, half of which came from his forehand, to Norrie’s 28, but the 30-year-old Briton found his best tennis when he needed it most to earn his place in the last four. He will next meet Lorenzo Sonego after the Italian beat Daniel Altmaier 6-4, 7-6(6). Sonego has fond memories in Metz, having clinched the crown in 2022.

Norrie is aiming for his sixth tour-level title and first since 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, where he beat Carlos Alcaraz in the final.

In other quarter-final action, #NextGenATP star Learner Tien rallied past Matteo Berrettini 5-7, 6-2, 6-3 in one hour and 44 minutes to advance to his second tour-level semi-final.

In his first Lexus ATP Head2Head meeting with Berrettini, the 19-year-old converted all three break points he earned, according to Infosys ATP Stats. With the win, Tien became the youngest American man to record 30 victories in a season since Andy Roddick in 2002 and the fourth American to reach that mark this year. He is up four spots to No. 34 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings.

Tien will face lucky loser Vitaliy Sachko for a place in the final. Sachko defeated Clement Tabur 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 to book his semi-final spot.

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ATP & Lexus announce multi-year partnership extension

The ATP today announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with Lexus, one of the world’s leading premium car brands. Lexus will continue as Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the ATP Tour through 2028.

Since joining forces in 2023, Lexus has served as Official Car partner at the season-ending Nitto ATP Finals and Rolex Paris Masters, in addition to a global portfolio of tournaments spanning Almaty, Hamburg, Kitzbuhel, Montpellier, Marseille, Metz, Lyon, Rotterdam, Auckland, Barcelona, Houston, London, and Eastbourne.

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Through the renewal, Lexus will continue to engage the tennis community through a global tournament portfolio and high-value brand exposure across the ATP Tour’s digital and social platforms. Lexus remains Title Partner of ATP Head2Head – a digital initiative showcasing the Tour’s biggest rivalries – featuring an exclusive content series that follows ATP players as they take on entertaining challenges at tournaments.

Lexus will also continue to provide a fleet of electrified vehicles at sponsored events to support the transportation of players, officials and guests. With a portfolio of self-charging hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all electric models, the brand’s leadership in electrification aligns closely with the ATP Tour’s sustainability ambitions under ATP Serves and UN Sports for Climate Action, which targets Net Zero emissions by 2040.

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Eno Polo, ATP CEO, said: “Lexus is a partner that truly adds value to our Tour. Since we began our journey together, they’ve shown a genuine commitment to tennis – elevating the experience for our players and staff at key events and helping advance our sustainability efforts through ATP Serves. That purpose-led approach is what makes this partnership stand out. We’re proud to keep building on this.”

Andre Schmidt, Head of Lexus Europe, commented “Lexus’ partnership with the ATP Tour reflects our shared commitment to excellence, precision, and passion — values that resonate deeply with our brand. Through our electrified portfolio, we offer a range of choices that make luxury a personal experience, perfectly aligned with the spirit of world-class tennis.”

– All photo credits belong to Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour.

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Musetti maintains Turin challenge, reaches Athens SFs

Lorenzo Musetti moved to within two wins of qualifying for the Nitto ATP Finals on Thursday at the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Hellenic Championship, where he brushed past Alexandre Muller 6-2, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals in Athens.

The stakes could hardly be higher. To secure a dream debut appearance at the prestigious season finale in his home country, the Italian must lift the trophy at the ATP 250. Felix Auger-Aliassime currently holds the eighth and final qualifying spot in the PIF ATP Live Race to Turin.

Whichever of the two competes in Turin will land straight in the spotlight, joining Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, and Ben Shelton in the Bjorn Borg Group following Thursday’s official draw.

But 1,400 miles away from Turin, Musetti kept his focus locked firmly on the task in front of him. The 23-year-old pulled Muller from corner to corner with crisp shot-making and sealed the victory in style, closing out on serve at his first opportunity after 82 minutes. Into his seventh semi-final of the season, Musetti will next meet Sebastian Korda.

Korda booked his spot in his third tour-level semi-final of the season with a 6-3, 6-2 win against Miomir Kecmanovic.

The American also defeated Kecmanovic en route to the final in Adelaide in January and now leads the pair’s Lexus ATP Head2Head series 3-1. Korda fired 13 aces and won 30 of his 33 first-serve points, according to Infosys ATP Stats, in an impressive serving display against Kecmanovic.

The 25-year-old, up one spot to No. 48 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings, is chasing his first title of the season in his last event of 2025. He is guaranteed to end the year inside the Top 50.

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ATP Finals 2025: Who is playing, prize money & format explained

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains how the ATP Tour Finals work, who is playing, the prize money and the past winners

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Sinner, Alcaraz learn Nitto ATP Finals draw fate

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and top seed Carlos Alcaraz learned their Nitto ATP Finals draw fate Thursday afternoon in Turin.

Sinner headlines Bjorn Borg Group, which will also feature Alexander Zverev, Ben Shelton and Felix Auger-Aliassime or Lorenzo Musetti (8). If Musetti wins the Athens title this week, he will qualify and be the eighth seed. Otherwise, Auger-Aliassime will be the eighth seed.

Sinner made the final for the first time in 2023 and last year produced a flawless performance at Inalpi Arena, claiming the trophy as undefeated champion.

Alcaraz tops the Jimmy Connors group alongside Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur.

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^{Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur are in the Jimmy Connors group.}

Alcaraz is trying to win the Nitto ATP Finals for the first time. The Spaniard qualified for the year-end championships for the first time in 2022 and has competed in each of the past two seasons, making the semi-finals in 2023.

Three of the eight singles competitors have lifted the trophy before. Djokovic is a record seven-time champion, Zverev claimed glory in 2018, and 2021, and Sinner emerged victorious last year.

SINGLES
Jimmy Connors Group: Carlos Alcaraz (1), Novak Djokovic (4), Taylor Fritz (6), Alex de Minaur (7)

Bjorn Borg Group: Jannik Sinner (2), Alexander Zverev (3), Ben Shelton (5), Felix Auger-Aliassime or Lorenzo Musetti (8)   

The doubles draw was also revealed Thursday. Top seeds Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool headline Peter Fleming Group with Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos, Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz and Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori (7)

Second seeds Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten top the John McEnroe Group with Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic, Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski and Christian Harrison and Evan King.

Krawietz and Puetz are the defending champions at the event. Cash/Glasspool, Salisbury/Skupski and Harrison/King are making their team debuts.

DOUBLES
Peter Fleming Group: Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool (1), Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos (3), Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz (6), Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori (7)

John McEnroe Group: Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten (2), Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic (4), Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski(5), Christian Harrison and Evan King (8)

The action takes place at Inalpi Arena from 9-16 November.

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ATP & Spotify unveil global content collaboration

The ATP and Spotify are teaming up on a global content collaboration focused on fan engagement and on-platform programming. The initiative aims to inspire and engage the next generation of fans through compelling content, and behind-the-scenes access.

As part of this collaboration, the ATP will team up with Spotify to distribute original tennis programming that brings fans closer to the sport. The collaboration kicks off ahead of the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, the ATP Tour’s season-ending championship, with episodic content on Spotify and continues through the 2026 season. One of the first projects will be a behind-the-scenes documentary on the 2025 Nitto ATP Finals, set to debut in December.

The initiative will feature a range of on-platform content celebrating the intersection of tennis and culture within the ATP ecosystem – spotlighting athletes, tournaments, and moments that showcase the energy and personality of the game.

With sports video content consumption up more than 250% on Spotify and overall video consumption rising 80% since early 2025, fans are increasingly turning to the platform for new ways to experience sports. Tennis, with its global audience, iconic athletes, and world-class events, offers a powerful space for storytelling, entertainment, and fan engagement.

“Spotify is a best-in-class platform with a passionate, global audience, and we’re thrilled to bring ATP storytelling to life through this collaboration,” said Andrew Walker, Senior Vice President of Brand and Marketing, ATP Tour. “This partnership enables us to create new content experiences that resonate with fans, showcase our athletes in fresh ways, and invite new audiences into the sport.”

“Fans today want to connect with the moments and personalities that define sport,” said Roman Wasenmüller, VP, Head of Podcasts at Spotify. “Teaming up with the ATP is about giving fans deeper access to the stories and energy that make tennis one of the world’s most compelling sports.”

This collaboration builds on ongoing innovation in ATP’s digital and content strategy, including recent global collaborations with TikTok, Overtime, and the launch of the ‘It All Adds Up’ brand campaign, developed with global creative agency Wieden+Kennedy, along with the launch of the ATP’s new logo and brand identity.

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Photos: Alcaraz, Shelton & more hit inside Inalpi Arena ahead of Nitto ATP Finals

Carlos Alcaraz held his first practice session inside Inalpi Arena on Wednesday, beginning his on-site preparation for the Nitto ATP Finals. Alcaraz hit with fellow Turin competitor Taylor Fritz in an evening training session.

The Spaniard is aiming for his maiden Nitto ATP Finals trophy and seeking to finish the season as ATP Year-End No.1 presented by PIF. Boasting a season-leading 67 match wins, Alcaraz has added eight titles to his trophy cabinet this year.

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Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton have also arrived in Turin, each holding a practice inside Inalpi Arena on Wednesday. Defending champion Jannik Sinner and Alex de Minaur were among those to hit at Stampa Sporting, the nearby practice venue.

Shelton is making his debut at the prestigious year-end event. The 23-year-old American won his biggest career title in August at the ATP Masters 1000 event in Canada and climbed to a career-high No. 6. He also reached his second major semi-final at the Australian Open.

Zverev is a two-time champion at the Nitto ATP Finals, having lifted the trophy in 2018 and 2021. The German reached his third major final in Melbourne and earned his 24th tour-level title in Munich in April.

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^{All photo credits: Andrew Eichenholz/ATP Tour}

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Two points from defeat, Musetti survives Wawrinka to keep Turin hopes alive

Lorenzo Musetti’s hopes of qualifying for the Nitto ATP Finals hung by a thread on Wednesday, but the Italian rose to the occasion to continue his quest for a Turin debut.

The 23-year-old overcame former No. 3 Stan Wawrinka 4-6, 7-6(5), 6-4 to advance to the quarter-finals at the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Hellenic Championship. The second seed must win the ATP 250 title to qualify for the season finale.

“I think everybody knows what’s next in my mind, it’s not easy to play with that in my mind,” said a relieved Musetti in his on-court interview. “But of course, if I want to qualify for [Turin], I have to lift the trophy here.”

In a clash between two of the most picturesque one-handed backhands, Musetti was two points from defeat at 4/5 in the second-set tie-break. However, the Swiss then committed two unforced errors, giving Musetti a set point, which he clinched with a booming forehand winner. Musetti played with newfound ease in the decider, swinging freely and moving forward while testing the 40-year-old’s physical limits throughout the two-hour, 25-minute battle.

“He was not struggling physically at his age, so hopefully when I’m 40, I will do the same,” Musetti said with a laugh. “A really, really big effort from Stan, but of course I’m really happy with the win.

“I want to say thanks for sharing a court with a legend, an inspiration since I was a kid, so a big applause to Stan who showed some impressive tennis today. I had to raise the level to win this match, especially in the third set. “

Up next for Musetti is fifth-seeded Frenchman Alexandre Muller. Musetti will seek revenge on Muller, who beat the Italian in 2023 in Marrakech. Muller has saved a match point in his first two matches, with his latest win being a 6-7(2), 7-6(4), 7-6(3) victory against Tomas Martin Etcheverry. The Argentine held a match point on return at 6-5 in the second set.

Earlier, Miomir Kecmanovic downed third seed Luciano Darderi 4-6, 6-2, 6-3. Into his fourth quarter-final of the year, Kecmanovic leads the Italian 3-1 in the pair’s Lexus ATP Head2Head series, with all four meetings coming in 2025. Kecmanovic is seeking his second title of the season after winning in Delray Beach. He will next meet American Sebastian Korda.

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Sachko upsets Bublik, Tien to meet Berrettini in Metz QFs

Ukrainian lucky loser Vitaliy Sachko earned the biggest win of his career on Wednesday at the Moselle Open, where he upset World No. 13 Alexander Bublik 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 to reach his first ATP Tour quarter-final.

The 28-year-old did not face a break point in the third set, according to Infosys ATP Stats, and pounced on his chance in the 12th game of the decider to triumph after two hours and nine minutes in Metz. With his win, he ended Bublik’s hopes of ending the year inside the Top 10.

Sachko is up 36 spots to No. 186 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings after becoming the first Ukrainian to reach a tour-level quarter-final since Sergiy Stakhovsky in Marseille in 2019.

In other action, Learner Tien defeated Tunisian lucky loser Moez Echargui 7-6(3), 6-3 to reach his sixth tour-level quarter-final of the season.

The #NextGenATP American has enjoyed a standout year on Tour. The 19-year-old reached his maiden ATP Tour final in Beijing last month and enjoyed fourth round runs at ATP Masters 1000 events in Toronto and Shanghai. Tien, currently No. 37 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings, will next play Matteo Berrettini, who defeated Aleksandar Vukic 7-6(5), 6-3. Berrettini is into his fifth quarter-final of the season, all on hard courts.

Alexander Blockx was unable to follow his fellow #NextGenATP star into the last eight in Metz. French qualifier Clement Tabur clinched a 6-7(4), 7-6(6), 7-6(6) win, saving one match point in the second set. Blockx took advantage of a Next Gen Accelerator spot into the ATP 250 as part of new opportunities for players aged 20 and under. Tabur will meet Sachko in the last eight.

Daniel Altmaier also advanced when Hugo Gaston was forced to retire at the end of the second set. Gaston claimed the opening set 6-4 before Altmaier responded 6-0. The German meets Lorenzo Sonego in the last eight.

French lucky loser Kyrian Jacquet advanced to his maiden ATP Tour quarter-final, beating Dan Added 6-0, 6-2. He will next play Cameron Norrie.

Watch Extended Highlights from Wednesday in Metz:

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