Luca Van Assche and Ben Shelton Reach Paris Masters Semifinals

Luca Van Assche advances to Paris Masters semifinals

On Friday 6 November 2026, Luca Van Assche defeated Australian Rinky Hijikata in the quarterfinals of the Rolex Paris Masters to book his first Masters 1000 semifinal.

The three‑set match lasted 2 h 44 and ended 6‑4, 6‑7, 7‑5 on the Central de la Plénitude Arena de Nanterre (Hauts‑de‑Seine).

Van Assche entered the quarterfinal as the 47e mondial and will compete in the tournament’s last four.

Ben Shelton also reaches Paris Masters semifinals

In the same round, American Ben Shelton eliminated fellow American Tommy Paul to also advance to the Rolex Paris Masters semifinals.

Shelton’s victory secured his place in the event’s final four.