Stefanos Tsitsipas and Felix Auger-Aliassime are two of the most exciting young talents in tennis today. As they prepare to face off in the Dubai final, it’s worth examining their key strengths and weaknesses.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, known for his aggressive playing style, has a powerful right-handed game with a one-handed backhand that can produce stunning down-the-line winners. His court coverage is exceptional, allowing him to retrieve seemingly impossible shots and turn defense into offense. Tsitsipas is also adept at finishing points at the net, thanks to his solid volleying skills. However, his aggressive approach can sometimes lead to unforced errors, and his serve, while effective, can be inconsistent under pressure.
Felix Auger-Aliassime, on the other hand, boasts a strong serve and a powerful forehand that can dictate play from the baseline. His athleticism and speed make him a formidable opponent, capable of covering the court with ease. Auger-Aliassime’s mental resilience has also been a key factor in his success, allowing him to stay composed in high-pressure situations. However, his backhand can be a weakness, as it lacks the consistency and power of his forehand. Additionally, his tendency to double fault can be a liability in tight matches.
As they head into the Dubai final, both players will need to capitalize on their strengths while addressing their weaknesses. Tsitsipas will aim to dominate with his aggressive play and net skills, while Auger-Aliassime will look to leverage his serve and forehand to control the rallies. The outcome of the match will likely hinge on which player can better manage their vulnerabilities and execute their game plan under the intense pressure of a final.
Tsitsipas in Dubai, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently ranked no.11, Stefanos has managed to achieve a composed 7-4 win-loss record in 2025. Stefanos is now competing in Dubai where he toppled the world no.35 Lorenzo Sonego 7-6(4) 6-3, the world no.24 Karen Khachanov 7-6(4) 2-6 6-4, the world no.30 Matteo Berrettini 7-6(5) 1-6 6-4 and the world no.47 Tallon Griekspoor 6-4 6-4.
Stefanos Tsitsipas will square off with the world no.21 Felix Auger-Aliassime in the final on Saturday at 7:00 pm on CENTRE COURT. Their record is 6-3 for Tsitsipas.
Tsitsipas won 12 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts, 5 on clay courts, 5 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Auger-Aliassime in Dubai, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently the world no.21, the Canadian has managed to achieve a composed 16-4 record in 2025. Felix is competing in Dubai where he bested the world no.51 Alexander Bublik 7-6(7) 6-7(4) 6-3, the world no.38 Nuno Borges 4-6 6-3 7-5, the world no.187 Marin Cilic 6-4 3-6 6-2 and the world no.77 Quentin Halys 5-7 6-4 6-3.
Felix Auger-Aliassime will take on the world no.11 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final on Saturday at 7:00 pm on CENTRE COURT. Their current head to head is 6-3 for Tsitsipas.
Felix has won 2 titles in 2025 in Adelaide and Montpellier.
The Canadian won 7 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts and 6 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Felix Auger-Aliassime squared off 9 times. The head to head is 6-3 for Tsitsipas.
