ATP Masters 1000 Rome 1/16-Finals Preview
On May 11, 2025, the ATP Masters 1000 in Rome will feature exciting matchups, including promising young talent Francesco Passaro taking on experienced player Karen Khachanov. This will be their first meeting on the court. Passaro enters the match with an impressive track record, having won four of his last five matches. His performance in Rome has been notable, with victories over Tseng in a challenging three-set match and a surprising straight-sets win against Grigor Dimitrov. Last season, he reached the third round before losing to Borges in a competitive match.
Khachanov, on the other hand, has won three of his last five matches, recently pushing through in a tough three-set encounter against Burruchaga. In last year’s tournament, he made it to the fourth round before falling to Tabilo. The odds are leaning towards Passaro being the underdog, but given his recent form and strong showing against Dimitrov, he could deliver a significant performance.
In another thrilling match, Laslo Djere will face off against Carlos Alcaraz. Djere, who has secured three victories in his last five matches, showcased his skills by defeating Etcheverry in straight sets and putting on an impressive display against Michelsen, winning 6-0, 6-3. Alcaraz, a rising star in men’s tennis, is currently in formidable form, having won four of his last five matches. Despite having lost in the third round in his debut at Rome, he has been steadily improving.
Finally, Matteo Berrettini is set to clash with Casper Ruud, who is currently on a seven-match winning streak, including a Masters 1000 title win in Madrid just a week before. Berrettini, with three out of five wins in his recent matches and a hard-fought victory over Fearnley, will have a tough challenge ahead. Ruud’s recent strong performances, especially on clay, make him a favorite in this matchup.
Each of these matches promises thrilling competition, and the players are poised to showcase their skills and tenacity on the clay courts of Rome. Fans can look forward to the excitement on May 11th as the tournament progresses. The anticipation builds as players vie for a chance to advance further in this prestigious event.