French tennis sensation Arthur Cazaux has garnered attention with his remarkable performances at the Australian Open, where he turned heads with victories over seeded players, including eighth seed Holger Rune. Despite acknowledging the precocious talents of his peers Holger Rune and Carlos Alcaraz, Cazaux remains steadfast in his commitment to forging his unique path in the world of professional tennis.
Cazaux’s electric displays in Melbourne propelled him into the limelight, solidifying his place in the top 100 of the ATP Tour rankings. His journey, however, came to a halt in the fourth round, facing the formidable Hubert Hurkacz. Undeterred, Cazaux has swiftly moved on to the next challenge, currently competing on home soil at the Open Sud de France.
In a recent pre-match press conference, Cazaux candidly reflected on his comparison to fellow rising stars Rune and Alcaraz. He acknowledged Rune’s precocity, stating, “When we were juniors, he was a year younger, so I knew he was very precocious. I was not surprised by his promotion because he is a very hard worker, and he has always had it very easy.”
However, Cazaux made it clear that he recognizes his own unique journey and pace of development. “I am not as precocious as him or Alcaraz, but I have my own path, and I advance at my own pace,” he explained. Despite facing numerous setbacks due to injuries, Cazaux maintains an unwavering belief in his abilities, emphasizing that challenges have not hindered his determination.
Cazaux’s resilience and dedication to his individual journey are evident in his on-court performances. His triumphs over established players at the Australian Open showcased his potential, and his current participation in the Open Sud de France demonstrates his commitment to continuous growth.
As he prepares to face Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Round of 16, Cazaux remains focused on his personal trajectory. “I have had many injuries that have slowed me down a lot, but that has not stopped me from believing. I’m going at my own pace, and we’ll see where it takes me,” he remarked.
In a tennis landscape dominated by young talents, Arthur Cazaux stands out not only for his on-court prowess but also for his mature perspective on his career. As he navigates the challenges and triumphs of professional tennis, Cazaux’s commitment to his unique journey sets him apart, making him one to watch in the ever-evolving world of sports.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WLWLLWLWWW Now the world no.2, Alcaraz played his last match on the 24th of January when he was overcome by world no.6 Alexander Zverev 6-1 6-3 6-7(2) 6-4 in the quarter of the Australian Open (draw).
During this season Alcaraz achieved a compiled 4-1 match record.
Alcaraz has scheduled to play next in Buenos Aires (Argentina Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 12th of February.
Rune in Montpellier, ranking, and results in 2024
LWWWWLWWWL Ranked no.7, the Dane achieved a compiled 6-2 win-loss record in 2024. Holger is currently playing in Montpellier where he managed to beat the world no.156 Pablo Llamas Ruiz 7-5 6-2.
Holger Rune will square off with the world no.133 Michael Mmoh in the quarter on Friday at 7:00 pm on COURT PATRICE DOMINGUEZ. In the past, they have never played each other up to now on the main tour.
Rune got to the final in Brisbane (Brisbane International).
The Dane won 4 titles in his career: 2 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)
Rune will play next in Acapulco (Abierto Mexicano Telcel). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 1st of January.
Carlos Alcaraz and Holger Rune squared off 3 times. The head to head is 2-1 for Alcaraz. Previously, the last time they competed against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 7-6(3) 6-4 6-4 in the quarter in London (Wimbledon) in July 2023.
In the video below you can watch the highlights.
Arthur Cazaux in 2024
WWLWLWLWWW Currently the world no.83 (career-high), the French player played his last match on the 1st of February when he surrendered to world no.30 Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-5 2-6 7-6(4) in the 2nd round in Montpellier (draw).
Currently, during this year Arthur has a 9-2 match record. This year, the French player clinched 1 title in the Noumea Challenger.
