Overview

• Brazil's Joao Fonseca stunned top-seeded Arthur Fils in a five-set thriller, marking his first Top 20 win and continuing his strong form against the Frenchman.
• Learner Tien of the United States edged out Jakub Mensik in another five-set battle, saving a match point to claim his opening victory in the Blue Group.
• Alex Michelsen, the second seed, defeated fellow American Nishesh Basavareddy in his opener, earning his first win at the Next Gen ATP Finals after going winless last year.
• France's Luca Van Assche, a semi-finalist in 2023, overcame China's Shang Juncheng in four sets, showcasing his experience with the tournament's unique format.
• The tournament features an innovative scoring system and highlights the top eight ATP players aged 20 and under, with round-robin play determining semifinalists.