
Thu Oct 31 19:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Paris Masters Day 2: Draper, Popyrin, and Rune Lead the Charge
**Paris, France** – The ATP Rolex Paris Masters is heating up with 15 exciting matches scheduled for Day 2. Fans will witness a clash of titans as several top players vie for a spot in the next round.
**Draper’s Momentum vs. Lehecka’s Revenge:**
Jack Draper, fresh off a title win in Vienna, faces Jiri Lehecka, the victor of their previous meeting in the Adelaide final earlier this year. Draper’s current form and momentum give him the edge, but Lehecka will be eager for revenge.
**Berrettini’s Return Met with Popyrin’s Challenge:**
Matteo Berrettini returns to the Paris Masters after a three-year absence. He faces a tough test in Alexei Popyrin, who has been playing well on hard courts. Popyrin will be looking to upset the Italian and finish the season on a high.
**De Minaur’s Easy Opener, Rune’s Hot Streak Continues:**
Alex de Minaur, last year’s quarterfinalist, faces Mariano Navone in a match that should be a straightforward win for the Australian. Meanwhile, Holger Rune, who won his biggest title at the Paris Masters last year, will look to continue his hot streak against Matteo Arnaldi, who is struggling for form.
**Other Notable Matches:**
The day’s matches also feature top seeds Diana Shnaider and Laura Siegemund, who will be looking to start their Hong Kong campaigns with victories.
Day 2 at the Paris Masters promises to be a day of thrilling tennis, with several top players looking to make their mark on the tournament.