Felix Auger-Aliassime is set to face Arthur Cazaux on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Open Occitanie in Montpellier. The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM on COURT PATRICE DOMINGUEZ. This will be the third time the two players have met on the court, with Auger-Aliassime leading their head-to-head record 2-0.
Ranked No. 23 globally, Auger-Aliassime is coming off mixed fortunes this year, with a 6-2 win-loss record. His last match was at the Australian Open on January 15, 2025, where he suffered a tough defeat to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. The Canadian tennis star had previously won the title at the Adelaide International, where he triumphed over Sebastian Korda. He will be eager to start his run on indoor hard courts, having not competed on this surface yet this season.
On the other hand, Arthur Cazaux, currently ranked No. 101, has also had his ups and downs, arriving at this stage of the tournament with a 3-3 record for the year. His impressive win against former champion Stan Wawrinka, defeating him 6-4, 6-3, has boosted his confidence as he gears up to face Auger-Aliassime. Cazaux’s aggressive play, combined with his solid serves, will make this showdown intriguing.
Auger-Aliassime is considered the favorite to win this match, with most betting odds leaning heavily in his favor. According to Tennis Tonic, the projected outcome is for Auger-Aliassime to win decisively in straight sets, with odds of 1.39 compared to Cazaux’s 2.99. Cazaux will need to draw on all his resources and strategies to overcome his more experienced opponent.
Historically, Auger-Aliassime has been successful against Cazaux, with their last encounter seeing Auger-Aliassime edge out Cazaux with a scoreline of 1-6, 6-4, 7-5 during the second round of the Adelaide International. This match showcased both players' resilience and determination, setting the stage for what fans can expect on Wednesday.
For those interested in following the match live, there are several viewing options available. Tennis fans can catch the action through online streaming platforms such as tennistv.com (subscription required) or bet365, which allows free access only for users who have funded accounts or have placed bets within the last 24 hours. Coverage will also be available on Eurosport for viewers located within France.
With Auger-Aliassime's undefeated record against Cazaux and both players eager to make their mark, Wednesday's match promises to be a thrilling encounter. Will Cazaux upset the odds, or will Auger-Aliassime continue his winning streak? One thing is for sure: tennis fans won’t want to miss this electrifying showdown.