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Michelsen Faces Hanfmann in Stockholm Opener
10 Nov
Summary
- Alex Michelsen is the sixth seed at the Stockholm Open.
- Michelsen recently reached the Paris Masters, losing to Carlos Alcaraz.
- Hanfmann lost in the qualifying rounds of the Paris Masters.
Sixth seed Alex Michelsen is set to commence his Stockholm Open journey on Monday, November 9, facing Germany's Yannick Hanfmann. This ATP 250 tournament is being held at the Royal Tennis Hall on a hard court surface.
Michelsen has shown recent strong performances, including a three-set victory over Botic Van de Zandschulp at the Swiss Indoors. He then lost to Arthur Fils in the round of 16. His recent appearance at the Paris Masters saw him defeat Jiri Lehecka before falling to eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz. In contrast, Hanfmann's campaign at the Paris Masters concluded in the qualifying rounds after a loss to Benjamin Bonzi.
The head-to-head record favors Michelsen, who defeated Hanfmann in straight sets (6-3, 6-2) during the qualifying rounds of the Terra Wortmann Open in 2024. Based on recent form, Michelsen is considered the favorite to win this encounter.
