Arthur Cazaux secured his place in the ATP Kitzbühel final with a convincing victory over fellow Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech. He closed the match 7-5, 6-3, showcasing precision on serve and composure under pressure. Cazaux didn’t face a single break point and won 85% of his first-serve points, dominating the contest from start to finish.

Career milestone and ranking breakthrough

The win marks Cazaux’s first ATP Tour final, a major step forward for the 22-year-old who has overcome injury setbacks earlier in the season. His climb to No. 75 in the ATP Live Rankings places him inside the top 100 for the first time, highlighting his growing consistency and impact on the tour.

Awaiting the final challenge

Cazaux will next face either Alexander Bublik or Botic van de Zandschulp. A matchup with Bublik could offer a chance for redemption following their previous meeting in Gstaad. Regardless of the opponent, Cazaux’s confident form points to a competitive final.

A rising star on clay

The Kitzbühel campaign adds to Cazaux’s breakout season, including a semifinal in Gstaad and an impressive run at the Australian Open. His powerful baseline game and mental toughness continue to draw attention, positioning him as one of the most promising young talents in men’s tennis.

Cazaux in Kitzbuhel, ranking, and results in 2025

Ranked world no.100, Cazaux has managed to achieve a compiled 17-13 match record in 2025. Cazaux is currently playing in Kitzbuhel where he bested the world no.133 Ignacio Buse 6-3 3-6 7-5, the world no.73 Francisco Comesana 6-4 7-6(7), the world no.152 Jan-Lennard Struff 6-3 6-4 and the world no.65 Arthur Rinderknech 7-5 6-3.