The 3 players called to break into the top-10 for the first time on the clay court tour

We analyze the options of three tennis players to break into the top ten in the world for the first time in the coming weeks.

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 22 Apr 2025 | 10.48
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Lorenzo Musetti, options to be top-10. Photo: Getty Images.
Lorenzo Musetti, options to be top-10. Photo: Getty Images.

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Few things are more exciting in the world of tennis than witnessing the meteoric progression of players full of potential, whose consolidation in the elite takes a further step by entering the top-10 of the ATP ranking. There are opportunities for a shift in the top ranks, with several players able to explore their limits on this clay court swing. 

Many candidates are poised to achieve great results and take the spotlight in the remaining clay court swing, capitalizing on the crisis in the performance and results of the usual occupants of the top-10 of the ATP ranking in recent years. Ruud, Rublev, Medvedev, and Tsitsipas are not at their best, while players like Draper and Paul don't seem to be able to contribute much on a surface where they are not performing at their best. This greatly favors the idea that new players could conquer this privileged club in the coming weeks.

One who seems to have it easier is Lorenzo Musetti. The Italian only defends 300 points for the rest of the swing, including Roland Garros, and with his natural ability to excel on this surface and the confidence gained in Monte Carlo, he becomes a strong candidate to continue climbing the ranks. He could secure his entry into the top-10 this very week in Madrid, making these next months the time for the definitive breakthrough of the elegant Italian player.

- Defending very few points and coming with great confidence

Another player destined for success on clay and capable of achieving significant milestones soon is Arthur Fils. He has made it clear in Monte Carlo and Barcelona that his potential is high and yet to be fully explored, but also that his baseline is very consistent and high. His playing style makes him a formidable opponent for anyone on clay, and starting from the 14th position in the ranking, it is not unreasonable to think he could reach the top-10. He only defends 275 points in the upcoming months.

As a third contender, we should mention Ben Shelton. While it may be surprising to include him in this list, the young American shows a firm determination to improve on clay, as well as the skills to do so. His finals in Munich could be a good starting point to keep climbing the ranks. Currently 12th in the world, his personal best, and only defending 200 points throughout this phase of the season.

In conclusion, it's worth keeping a close eye on a massive turnover in the top-10 of the ATP ranking, possibly led by three men who, if they manage to maintain the competitive level they have demonstrated in their first encounter with the clay court swing, could be key figures in the upcoming weeks and contend for very significant successes.

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