Felix Auger Aliassime delivered one of the most electrifying performances of his career at the US Open, defeating Alexander Zverev in a match that marked his best-ever result at a Grand Slam. The Canadian star, long seen as a rising force in men’s tennis, finally broke through on one of the sport’s biggest stages with poise, power, and undeniable presence.
A moment years in the making
After the match, Auger Aliassime spoke with emotion and clarity, reflecting on the journey that brought him to this point. “This feels good. This feels good! I’ve been coming here since 2018. I’m still young but it’s been a few years,” he said. His words carried the weight of years spent grinding through early exits, injuries, and expectations. The win wasn’t just about beating a top seed—it was about validating the effort and growth that led him here.
Connecting with new fans
In his post-match remarks, Auger Aliassime acknowledged that for many viewers, this might have been their first time watching him play. “I’m working my way.. some of you might be the first time you’re watching me tonight,” he said, smiling. His performance was not only a personal triumph but also a chance to introduce himself to a wider audience. With his calm demeanor and explosive game, he made a lasting impression.
Eyes still on the prize
Despite the emotional high, Auger Aliassime remained focused. “The job’s not done. Tournament is still going,” he reminded everyone. His ability to stay grounded in the moment shows a maturity that’s grown alongside his game. He knows that one win, no matter how big, is just a step toward something greater.
Years of hard work pay off
“This means a lot to me. A lot of hard work. Many years of it,” he said, summing up the significance of the victory. For a player who’s been touted as the future of Canadian tennis, this win felt like a turning point. It was the result of relentless training, mental resilience, and a belief that his moment would come. Now, with the spotlight finally on him, Felix Auger Aliassime is ready to keep climbing.
Alexander Zverev in 2025
At the moment ranked no.3, the German played his last match on the 30th of August when he surrendered to world no.27 Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6 7-6(7) 6-4 6-4
in the 3rd round of the U.S. Open (draw).Currently, during this year the German achieved a compiled 45-17 match record. Alexander has won 1 title in Munich. Alexander reached the final at the Australian Open and Stuttgart.
Auger-Aliassime at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Now the world no.27, Auger-Aliassime has a compiled 32-19 win-loss record in 2025. Felix is now having a run at the U.S. Open where he bested the world no.151 Billy Harris 6-4 7-6(8) 6-4, the world no.94 Roman Safiullin 6-1 7-6(4) 7-6(5) and the world no.3 Alexander Zverev 4-6 7-6(7) 6-4 6-4.
Felix Auger-Aliassime will square off with the world no.15 Andrey Rublev in the 4th round. Their actual head to head record is 7-1 for Rublev.
Felix conquered 2 titles in 2025 in Adelaide and Montpellier. The Canadian was the finalist in Dubai (Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships).
The Canadian won 7 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts and 6 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)
Alexander Zverev and Felix Auger-Aliassime played each other 9 times. Their current record is 6-3 for Zverev.