Tsitsipas Set to Face Michelsen in Tokyo Tournament Debut

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Stefanos Tsitsipas, currently ranked No. 12 in the world, is set to return to ATP events at the Japan Open (ATP 500), which begins in Tokyo the day after tomorrow.

The top Greek tennis player will kick off his campaign against American Alex Michelsen, ranked No. 49, marking their first meeting on the court.

The winner of this match will advance to the round of 16, where they will face the victor of the match between Tomas Echeverry and Chris O’Connell. The 26-year-old Tsitsipas is eager to earn valuable points as he aims to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin, featuring the top eight seeds in the competition.