Alexander Bublik and Corentin Moutet met again at the Paris Masters, months after their heated clash at the Phoenix Challenger. That previous encounter ended with tension and a near physical altercation, as Bublik reportedly invited Moutet to “fight” off court. Their second-round match in Paris was not just about tennis—it was about unfinished business.
Bublik wins on court and online
Bublik defeated Moutet 6-3, 7-5 on Center Court at La Défense Arena, delivering a composed performance despite the charged atmosphere. After the match, he signed the camera lens with the words “on the way home,” a direct jab at Moutet’s pre-match comments. Speaking to ATP Media, Bublik said: “Well obviously he spoke too much before the match. I just have to punish him. I had no other option”.
He continued with a smirk: “He said that he will do everything to send me home. It’s nice that he lives in Paris and it’s not too far with the taxi”.
Social media adds fuel to the fire
Bublik didn’t stop with his post-match interview. On social media, he posted: “Some speak, Others act… No hard feelings @moutet99” The message, both sarcastic and dismissive, reignited the rivalry and drew attention from fans and media alike.
Moutet left without a response
Moutet, known for his fiery personality and emotional style, had promised to send Bublik home. Instead, he was outplayed and outmaneuvered. His silence after the match stood in contrast to his earlier bravado, leaving Bublik to dominate both the scoreboard and the narrative.
A rivalry that refuses to cool down
The tension between Bublik and Moutet continues to be one of the most talked-about dynamics on the ATP Tour. Their contrasting styles and personalities make each encounter unpredictable and emotionally charged. With Bublik advancing to the next round and Moutet left to reflect, the tennis world watches closely for their next inevitable clash.
Corentin Moutet in 2025
Currently ranked no.32 (career-high), Moutet played his last match on the 29th of October when he lost to world no.16 Alexander Bublik 6-3 7-5 in the 2nd round in Paris (draw).
During this season Moutet achieved a compiled 41-28 record. Corentin Moutet’s most significant achievement of the current season was reaching the final in Mallorca and Almaty.
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open). The main draw will start on the 2nd of November.
ATP Paris - Alexander Bublik's projected path
Bublik in Paris, ranking, and results in 2025
At the moment ranked no.16 (career-high), the Kazakhstani has a 46-22 record in 2025. Bublik is currently playing in Paris where he managed to beat the world no.47 Alexei Popyrin 6-4 6-3 and the world no.32 Corentin Moutet 6-3 7-5.
Alexander Bublik will play the world no.4 Taylor Fritz in the 3rd round on Thursday at 4:00 pm on COURT CENTRAL. Their record is 3-3.
The Kazakhstani has won 5 titles in 2025 in the Turin Challenger, Halle, Gstaad, Kitzbuhel and Hangzhou. The Kazakhstani reached the final in the Phoenix Challenger.
Bublik won 8 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts, 2 on clay courts, 3 on indoor courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Metz (Moselle Open). The main draw will start on the 2nd of November.
Corentin Moutet and Alexander Bublik clashed against each other 4 times. Their current record is 4-0 for Bublik.