On a tactical level, Philippe Cassiers’ protégé knew how to make the right choices, refusing to settle into a single sector. “I tried to bring as much variety as possible, to change the rhythm, to play in the line. When he feels the ball well, he becomes really dangerous”he explained, highlighting his ability to build points and hit just right in key moments, particularly when serving.
Next Gen ATP Finals – how Philippe Cassiers saw the first flashes of Alexander Blockx: “He followed each ball with eyes full of fire”
Against left-handed Learner Tien
This Sunday, he will play the final against the American Learner Tien (ATP 28), winner of Nishesh Basavareddy. An opponent whose identity he did not know, the semi-final having not yet taken place. “Honestly, it doesn’t matter who I play. Being in the final is already very exciting”he slipped, adding that he appreciated playing against left-handers like Tien.
For Blockx, this qualification has a particular resonance. Present in 2017 as a simple spectator during the first edition, the Belgian measures the progress made. “Winning this tournament would mean a lot. I had a lot of fun all week, on and off the court. Whatever happens, this experience will remain very special”he confided again.
On Sunday, in Saudi Arabia, Alexander Blockx will have the unique opportunity to put his name on the list of winners in an event that has crowned great champions like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
First Belgian to compete in the Next Gen ATP Finals, Alexander Blockx is seduced by Jeddah: “One of my most memorable experiences”
