Felix Auger-Aliassime has officially booked his place at the ATP Finals, securing qualification after Lorenzo Musetti’s title bid ended in defeat to Novak Djokovic in the Athens final.
The result confirmed that Musetti could no longer overtake Auger-Aliassime in the Race to Turin, guaranteeing the Canadian one of the final spots at the season-ending championships.
Djokovic shuts the door in Athens
Musetti entered the final knowing that lifting the trophy would extend his push for ATP Finals qualification. But standing in his path was 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, who once again delivered under pressure, claiming the title and denying the Italian valuable ranking points in the process.
His victory not only earned him another trophy but also played a decisive role in shaping the ATP Finals field.
Auger-Aliassime’s season rewarded
Auger-Aliassime, who has been one of the most consistent performers on tour this year, now joins the elite eight in Turin — a milestone that reflects his resurgence and growing maturity on the biggest stages.
The 24-year-old has stacked key wins throughout the season, combining deep runs at major events with crucial victories against top-10 opponents to stay in the qualification picture until the final weeks.
Although he was not on court in Athens, the result delivered the affirmation he had worked toward all season.
Dream deferred for Musetti
For Musetti, the loss brings heartbreak but also momentum. The Italian has enjoyed one of the strongest stretches of his career, transforming from a young clay specialist into a true all-surface contender. Reaching the Athens final kept his qualification hopes alive until the very last hurdle — a testament to his late-season surge.
Despite falling short in the race, 2025 now comes with the promise of even bigger expectations for the 22-year-old.
ATP Finals field coming into focus
With Auger-Aliassime now confirmed in the draw, this year’s ATP Finals lineup continues to take shape, bringing together the season’s most consistent and dangerous players for tennis’ most prestigious indoor event.
The tournament, hosted in Turin, will once again showcase the top eight singles stars competing in a round-robin battle for one of the biggest titles outside the Grand Slams.
A dramatic conclusion to the qualifications race
The final stretch toward Turin has delivered late twists, breakthrough performances, and season-defining stakes — and Athens provided one more pivotal moment.
For Auger-Aliassime, the mission is now complete. For Musetti, the journey continues. And for Djokovic, it was another statement finish, even when the wider sport had its eyes on qualification math as much as the trophy itself.
