Overview

• In last week’s Washington final, Fokina held three championship points against Alex de Minaur but fell 5-7, 6-1, 7-6(3), extending his ATP finals record to 0-4.
• His run in Washington vaulted him to a career-high world No. 19, marking his first entry into the ATP top 20.
• Fokina credits his May 2024 move to Monaco and a revamped coaching team with improving his consistency and mental resilience.
• World No. 1 compatriot Carlos Alcaraz offered public support on social media, commenting “Good things are coming” after the Spaniard’s latest defeat.
• He will compete this week at the Toronto Masters, aiming to translate four close calls into his maiden ATP Tour title.