Betting tip: double in Paris!

Ben Shelton is the stronger player on paper and has a significant ranking advantage heading into this Paris Masters encounter. Currently ranked fourth in the world, the American has established himself among the top players on the ATP Tour.

Shelton arrives in good form after defeating Cameron Norrie in straight sets, showing strong serving and control throughout the match. His 2026 season has also been impressive, with a 42–18 overall record and four tournament titles.

Rinderknech deserves respect, particularly after reaching this round in front of his home crowd. However, Shelton has greater consistency, more firepower and a stronger overall record this season.

If Shelton maintains his serving level and controls the baseline exchanges, he should have enough quality to secure another victory.

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Lorenzo Musetti is the stronger player heading into this Paris Masters encounter. The Italian has demonstrated excellent form throughout the tournament, securing impressive straight-sets victories over Hubert Hurkacz and Alexander Zverev.

His victory over Zverev was particularly convincing, winning 7–6, 6–2 while showing excellent control from the baseline and composure in important moments.

Musetti also has a recent head-to-head advantage in terms of momentum, having defeated Van Assche in a competitive three-set match in Lyon just a couple of weeks ago.

Van Assche has played well in Paris, including an impressive victory over Learner Tien. However, Musetti’s greater experience at the highest level and superior overall quality make him the stronger selection.