Auger-Aliassime into Montpellier quarterfinals, stays unbeaten against Frenchman Cazaux

Montreal’s Felix Auger-Aliassime continues his impressive run at the Open Occitanie tennis tournament in Montpellier, France. The Canadian tennis sensation secured a spot in the quarterfinals with a solid 6-4, 7-6 (5) victory over France’s Arthur Cazaux on Wednesday.
Auger-Aliassime, who is seeded second at the ATP 250 indoor hardcourt event, showcased his skills on the court with 11 aces in the match. He dominated the first set and managed to outlast Cazaux in a tight second-set tiebreak to seal the win. This marks Auger-Aliassime’s 50th indoor hardcourt win on the ATP Tour since 2022, highlighting his prowess on this surface.
The victory extends Auger-Aliassime’s unbeaten record against Cazaux to 3-0, with previous wins coming at last year’s event in Montpellier and in the second round of the Adelaide International earlier this month. The young Canadian is proving to be a formidable opponent for his French counterpart.
In the quarterfinals, Auger-Aliassime is set to face off against eighth-seed Bu Yunchaokete of China on Friday. The upcoming match promises to be an exciting battle between two talented players vying for a spot in the tournament’s semifinals.
As Auger-Aliassime continues to impress on the tennis court, fans can expect to see more thrilling performances from the rising star. Stay tuned for more updates on his journey at the Open Occitanie tournament and his pursuit of further success in the world of professional tennis.