7. Alexander Zverev
ATP Rank: 3
ATP Race: 4
Zverev is one of those players who has been struggling overall. Yes, he’s had wins here and there, but he just hasn’t been able to take the next step. He didn’t do it in Shanghai either, but he could in the upcoming weeks, as indoor courts have been a place where he’s played well in the past. It’s time for him to really start winning again, or he may finish the season on a low note, which wouldn’t be the best preparation for next year—a defining one for his legacy and career.
8. Felix Auger-Aliassime
ATP Rank: 13
ATP Race: 10
Auger-Aliassime had a strong showing in Shanghai, and with indoor tennis coming up (a surface where he’s excelled for a long time), he’s in a good position to rise. It will all come down to his consistency, which has been a major issue. But we’re trusting him to figure it out, which is why he’s moved up on this list.
