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Davidovich Fokina and Tsitsipas withdraw from the Paris Masters, Kouame now faces lucky loser Borges

The 13th seed (back) and the Greek (right shoulder) have pulled out of the Rolex Paris Masters. Lucky losers Nuno Borges and Adolfo Daniel Vallejo replace them, with Borges now facing Moise Kouame.

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 9:53 AM
Davidovich Fokina and Tsitsipas withdraw from the Paris Masters, Kouame now faces lucky loser Borges
Key Things to Know
  • Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Stefanos Tsitsipas have withdrawn from the Rolex Paris Masters singles draw.
  • Davidovich Fokina withdrew with a back problem, while Tsitsipas pulled out due to a right shoulder injury.
  • French wildcard Moise Kouame will now play lucky loser Nuno Borges in the first round.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Stefanos Tsitsipas have officially withdrawn from the Rolex Paris Masters singles draw on Tuesday morning. Thirteenth seed Davidovich Fokina was forced out due to a back injury, while Tsitsipas pulled out citing a right shoulder issue. Lucky losers Nuno Borges and Adolfo Daniel Vallejo were selected as their respective replacements in the tournament.

The late withdrawals significantly alter the first-round matchups. French wildcard Moise Kouame will now play Borges instead of Davidovich Fokina, with the winner facing Karen Khachanov. Meanwhile, 15th seed Learner Tien faces Vallejo, with the winner scheduled to meet Luca Van Assche in the second round.

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