Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz, and Alex de Minaur participated in Media Day ahead of the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, where Novak Djokovic is set to join them in the Jimmy Connors Group following his appearance in the Athens ATP 250 final.
A High-Stakes Tournament Begins
The ATP Finals in Turin mark the culmination of the season, with the world’s top players vying for one of the most prestigious titles on the Tour. For Carlos Alcaraz, the stakes are even higher. Not only is he chasing his first ATP Finals crown, but he’s also in contention for the Year-End No. 1 ranking.
“This is one of the best and most important tournaments that we have on Tour,” Alcaraz said. “All the players are trying since the beginning of the year to qualify to this tournament, so it’s a really special one.”
Motivation and Focus
Alcaraz enters the event with determination and a clear goal. His performances throughout the season have positioned him as a contender for the top spot, and he’s eager to make the most of the opportunity.
“I’m excited and I’m really motivated to do a good performance here and to play a good tennis, giving myself the chance to try to win,” he said. “So let’s see.”
Djokovic Joins the Group
Novak Djokovic, fresh off his final in Athens, will complete the Jimmy Connors Group. The Serbian legend brings experience and intensity to the mix, setting up potential blockbuster matches against Alcaraz and the rest of the field.
Fritz and De Minaur Ready to Compete
Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur round out the group, each bringing their own strengths to the court. Fritz’s powerful baseline game and de Minaur’s speed and grit promise competitive matchups as the tournament unfolds.
Action Starts Sunday
The Nitto ATP Finals begin Sunday in Turin, with group play leading into the knockout rounds. With the Year-End No. 1 ranking on the line and a field full of elite talent, the stage is set for a dramatic finish to the 2025 season.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
LWWWWLWWWW At the moment ranked no.2, the Spaniard played his last match on the 28th of October when he lost to world no.27 Cameron Norrie 4-6 6-3 6-4 in the 2nd round in Paris (draw).
Currently, during this year Carlos has a compiled 67-8 win-loss record. Carlos has won 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. Alcaraz reached the final in Barcelona and Wimbledon.
