Tommy Paul vs Felix Auger Aliassime Prediction & Picks - Adelaide International

Prediction published on 1/9/25, 7:37 AM  by Tyler Doty | Modified on 1/9/25 at 7:40 AM in Tennis Picks

The semi-final in Adelaide between American Tommy Paul and Canadian Félix Auger-Aliassime has all the makings of a final, and the match will take place on Friday morning in Australia.

Tommy Paul had decided to make his 2025 comeback this week in Adelaide, just a few days before heading to Melbourne for the Australian Open. The American, who needs to find his rhythm to perform well, made the right choice, as results have proved him right since the start of the week. Number 1 seed and 12th player in the world, Tommy Paul has been on the rise since the start of the week. After a sluggish victory over France's Manuel Guinard, the American raised his game in the quarter-finals to defeat Australia's Rinky Hijikata in 2 sets. A gradual start for Tommy Paul, who will see his adversity rise a notch on Friday morning with Félix Auger-Aliassime.

The Canadian is showing his best face this week in Adelaide, which could set the tone for his season. A former world number 6 in search of his best tennis, the Quebecer has found the right formula since arriving in Australia. If his first victory over France's Arthur Cazaux was a mental one, his second outing against American Marcos Giron was on a completely different level. A two-set victory for Félix Auger-Aliassime, with a fine quality of serve, an asset he will need in this semi-final against Tommy Paul.