‣ Felix Auger-Aliassime won consecutive matches at the Japan Open after a difficult year.
‣ This is the first time he has won back-to-back matches since March and the Indian Wells Masters.
‣ Auger-Aliassime is optimistic about his performance and believes in his ability to win at this level.
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Felix Auger-Aliassime had a reason to celebrate at the 2023 Japan Open as he secured consecutive victories for the first time in a while. This year hasn’t been kind to him, struggling to replicate the success he had during the previous indoor season. Despite a few good moments, he only managed to tally 18 wins so far.
With the indoor season fast approaching, Auger-Aliassime’s back-to-back wins come at a crucial time. They provide an opportunity for him to regain confidence and finish the year on a strong note. The triumph over Sebastian Ofner was particularly satisfying for him, as it was a relatively easy victory. Auger-Aliassime expressed his thoughts on the win, stressing the need for such results to bring belief and positivity back into his game.
This win propels Auger-Aliassime into the quarter-finals, a rarity for him this year. His next opponent will be Marcos Giron, who recently defeated Casper Ruud. Although Auger-Aliassime has enjoyed success against Giron in the past, winning all three of their previous encounters, the American is currently in good form, making the upcoming match a challenging one for the Canadian.
Auger-Aliassime remains optimistic about his prospects, acknowledging that he possesses the necessary skills to compete at the highest level. He looks forward to translating his improved game onto the match court after a few months of setbacks. As the quarter-final approaches, Auger-Aliassime is aware of the tough challenge that awaits him but remains focused on capitalizing on his past successes against Giron.
