The Moselle Open 2025
The Moselle Open, set to unfold in Metz from November 2 to 8, 2025, is anticipated to be one of the last tournaments before the ATP Finals that year. Established in 2003, the event has seen a number of local luminaries rise to victory, including notable French players such as Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Gilles Simon, and Gael Monfils. The latter has made headlines recently by declaring that the upcoming 2026 season will mark his retirement from professional tennis.
Notable Champions and Recent Performances
One of the most storied champions of the tournament is Novak Djokovic, who clinched only his second career title here back in 2006 after coming back from a set down against Jurgen Melzer. In a surprise twist, Benjamin Bonzi triumphed in the previous year’s competition, defeating Cameron Norrie before an enthusiastic home crowd, and he is set to compete again in 2025.
The Moselle Open is played on indoor hard courts, where Felix Auger-Aliassime has yet to claim a title, despite his overall impressive track record on similar surfaces—six of his seven career victories have come on hard courts, with his latest win occurring in Lyon in 2025. This success places him among the top contenders for nearly every indoor event he enters, especially given his strong performance leading up to Metz, including a semifinal finish at the US Open.
Player Rankings and Qualifications
Auger-Aliassime finds himself in contention for a spot at the 2025 ATP Finals, currently ranked 10th as of now, although Jack Draper, who is currently in 9th, has been forced to conclude his season due to injury. If Auger-Aliassime can maintain his form leading into the Moselle Open, he still has a shot at qualifying for the finals, an achievement he last realized in 2022.
Meanwhile, Alexander Bublik, while a long shot to reach Turin, is still in contention, having secured four titles this season: the Halle Open, Swiss Open, Austrian Open, and Hangzhou Open. However, his chances took a hit following early exits at both the 2025 China Open and Shanghai Open, landing him at 14th in the rankings.
Frances Tiafoe, conversely, appears unlikely to qualify for the year-end championships. Following a stunning semifinal loss to Taylor Fritz at the 2024 US Open, Tiafoe has struggled for consistency. Despite his dedication to finish the season strong, a hiatus from competitive play may serve him well; he is slated to participate in exhibitions in December.
Local Favorites and Competitors
Hometown favorite Ugo Humbert, who captured the title last year, will be looking to captivate the Metz audience again next month. Additionally, among the competitors confirmed for the tournament are Tallon Griekspoor, who faced Jannik Sinner in a tense match at the 2025 Shanghai Masters, when Sinner retired due to cramps.
Other notable names participating include Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, Lorenzo Sonego, and Alex Michelsen. The lineup promises a thrilling tournament as these top talents vie for the coveted title at the Moselle Open.
ATP Player Entry List for the 2025 Moselle Open
- Felix Auger-Aliassime – Ranking: 13
- Alexander Bublik – Ranking: 17
- Flavio Cobolli – Ranking: 22
- Ugo Humbert – Ranking: 26
- Frances Tiafoe – Ranking: 28
- Tallon Griekspoor – Ranking: 31
- Cameron Norrie – Ranking: 33
- Alex Michelsen – Ranking: 34
- Gabriel Diallo – Ranking: 35
- Learner Tien – Ranking: 36
- Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard – Ranking: 37
- Corentin Moutet – Ranking: 38
- Zizou Bergs – Ranking: 44
- Lorenzo Sonego – Ranking: 46
- Benjamin Bonzi – Ranking: 48
- Daniel Altmaier – Ranking: 49
- Arthur Rinderknech – Ranking: 54
- Alexander Blockx – Ranking: 128
