Paris Masters sees early exits for top players on November 7

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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Paris Masters sees early exits for top players on November 7
Summary

The Paris Masters, underway on November 7, has seen unexpected early losses from several top tennis players. Notable defeats include Alexander Zverev, who lost to Lorenzo Musetti 7-6 6-2. Novak Djokovic, after winning the first set, fell to Rinky Hijikata 2-6 6-3 6-3. Daniil Medvedev and Alex de Minaur also exited in the early rounds, losing to Ignacio Buse and Tomas Martin Etcheverry, respectively. Carlos Alcaraz, however, continues to advance, winning against Alex Michelsen 7-6 6-3. As the tournament unfolds, many higher-ranked players face early eliminations amidst a challenging competitive.

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  • •Zverev lost to Musetti 7-6 6-2 in the first round.
  • •Djokovic was defeated by Hijikata 2-6 6-3 6-3.
  • •Medvedev lost 6-4 6-4 to Buse, who had never beaten a Top 10 player.
  • •De Minaur lost to Etcheverry 7-6 6-3, preventing him from qualifying for the ATP Finals.
  • •Alcaraz won against Michelsen 7-6 6-3 and continues in the tournament.
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Tennis events are rarely predictable, yet now and then the Paris Masters always seems to follow a familiar script. Every November, some of the world's finest tennis players arrive in the French capital, collect their complimentary tournament merchandise, perhaps enjoy a croissant or two, and then lose to somebody ranked about 70 places below them. …

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