ATP Rome – Fils vs. Zverev
🧠 Form & Context
Alexander Zverev
The defending Rome champion has made a composed start to his 2025 campaign, dispatching Camilo Ugo Carabelli and Vilius Gaubas with minimal fuss. While these early wins came against lower-ranked players, they’re crucial for rebuilding confidence after some surprising recent losses to Learner Tien and Francisco Comesaña.
Zverev has a special relationship with Rome: a two-time champion with five quarterfinal-or-better finishes in just eight appearances. The slower, gritty conditions seem to perfectly suit his baseline-heavy style.
With Jannik Sinner back in the mix atop the rankings, Zverev seems slightly more relaxed and motivated—but bigger challenges, like Fils, await as the tournament heats up.
Arthur Fils
Arthur Fils continues to deliver on the Masters stage in 2025, firmly establishing himself as a consistent second-week presence. With three Masters quarterfinals already this season, Fils is no longer just a promising prospect—he’s a genuine threat.
Gone are the days of early-round exits. Fils now boasts a 7–10 record against top-10 players and carries a mentality that shows little fear against the elite.
After an early Madrid exit (where he cited fatigue), Fils looks refreshed in Rome, where he’s reached the Round of 16 for the first time. His fresh legs and rising confidence make him a dangerous opponent for the defending champion.
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