Two young tennis stars are ready to face each other at the ATP Finals 2025 in Turin, Italy. Ben Shelton and Felix Auger-Aliassime will play on November 12, 2025, in a match that both players must win to stay in the tournament. Each of them lost their first match, so this one is very important.
Who Is Ben Shelton?
Ben Shelton is a 23-year-old tennis player from the United States. He is ranked number 5 in the world, making him one of the best tennis players today. This is his first time playing in the ATP Finals, which is the most important year-end tournament for men’s tennis.
In 2025, Ben had a great season. He won a big title in Toronto by beating Karen Khachanov in the final. He has won 40 matches and lost 22 this year. On indoor hard courts, he has won 23 matches and lost 9. Ben also made it to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon, one of the biggest tennis events in the world.
Ben is known for his very powerful serve. His serve is so fast that many players find it hard to return. In his first match at the ATP Finals, Ben lost to Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6.
Who Is Felix Auger-Aliassime?
Felix Auger-Aliassime is a 25-year-old tennis player from Canada. He is ranked number 8 in the world and has played very well this year. Felix has won 48 matches and lost 24 in 2025. On hard courts, he has a great record of 15 wins and only 4 losses.
He has won three titles this year — in Montpellier, Adelaide, and Brussels. Felix is known as an indoor specialist, which means he plays his best tennis indoors on hard courts like the ones used in Turin. Out of his eight career titles, seven came on indoor hard courts.
Felix also reached the final of the Paris Masters, where he lost to Jannik Sinner, but reaching the final shows how strong his game is right now.
Previous Match Between Them
Ben and Felix have played only once before. That match took place in 2024 at the French Open on clay courts. Felix won easily by 6-4, 6-2, 6-1. But clay courts are very different from indoor hard courts, so this time the match could go differently.
Match Details
The match will be held on November 12, 2025, at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy. The ATP Finals have a total prize fund of 15 million dollars. Fans can watch the match on Tennis Channel (USA), Sky Sports (UK), and TSN (Canada).
Both players need this win to stay in the tournament. If they lose, they will be eliminated. That’s why this match is full of pressure and excitement.
Who Will Win?
Many tennis experts believe Ben Shelton might win this match. Here’s why:
- Big Serve Advantage: Ben’s powerful serve gives him an edge on hard courts, especially indoors.
- Felix’s Injury: Felix hurt his left calf during his match against Jannik Sinner and may not be fully fit.
- Rest and Recovery: Ben has had more time to rest and prepare for this match.
- Motivation: Ben needs a win to stay in the competition, so he’ll be extra motivated.
However, Felix also has strong chances to win. He has played more matches and won more titles in 2025 than Ben. His experience indoors and steady game could help him.
Expert Predictions
- Sports Mole: Ben Shelton will win in two sets.
- Tennis Tonic: Ben Shelton will win in three sets.
- Tennis Talk: Ben Shelton will win in three sets.
Most predictions give Ben Shelton a slight advantage, but it will likely be a close and exciting match.
Why This Match Is Special?
This match is important because both players are fighting to stay in the tournament. They both have strong serves and fast playing styles, which means the points will be short and powerful.
It will be a test between Ben Shelton’s power and Felix Auger-Aliassime’s experience. Fans can expect an intense and thrilling match on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
