The Paris Masters serves as a key stop for tennis players following the U.S. Open, offering a final chance to earn points before the season-ending ATP Finals. The tournament often attracts top names who have just completed the grueling North American hard-court swing.
A photo from the 2022 U.S. Open on September 8 in Flushing, New York, shows a set of new balls on the court during a changeover in the match between Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, highlighting the intensity of the preceding major.
The Paris Masters, held annually at the Accor Arena, features a 56-player singles draw and is part of the ATP Masters 1000 series. Players use the event to fine-tune their form ahead of the year-end championships.
