Did Félix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov play each other in Rome?

No. Although a second-round clash between the two Canadians had been projected, Shapovalov lost his first-round match to Mariano Navone, eliminating the possibility of their meeting. Auger-Aliassime, seeded No. 4, advanced in the draw.

When will Canadian players compete at the National Bank Open?

The National Bank Open presented by Rogers will take place from August 1 to 13, 2026, with the WTA event in Toronto and the ATP event in Montreal.

Andreescu, Shapovalov exit Rome; Auger-Aliassime advances

Darren Leung

ATP, WTA, rankings

Published May 1, 2026Last updated May 9, 2026

Bianca Andreescu and Denis Shapovalov lost their matches at the Rome Masters, ending their runs at the Italian Open. Félix Auger-Aliassime advanced, positioning him for a potential second-round clash with Shapovalov had the Richmond Hill native progressed further.

Key facts

Bianca Andreescu defeated Sofia Kenin 6-4, 7-5 in her opening match at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia before exiting the tournament.
Denis Shapovalov and Félix Auger-Aliassime were projected to meet in the second round if both advanced, but Shapovalov lost his first-round match against Mariano Navone.
Auger-Aliassime and Shapovalov's head-to-head record is tied 3-3, with Auger-Aliassime winning both previous clay-court meetings in straight sets.
The Rome Masters was the final ATP Masters 1000 tuneup event before Roland-Garros, with the National Bank Open returning to Canada in August 2026.

Bianca Andreescu and Denis Shapovalov were unable to extend their runs at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome, according to Tennis Canada. The pair of Ontarians exited the ATP Masters 1000 event, which serves as the final major preparation tournament before Roland-Garros.

What happened to the Canadian contingent

Andreescu and Shapovalov both lost their matches at the Rome Masters. Andreescu had opened the tournament with a straight-sets victory over Sofia Kenin, 6-4, 7-5, but could not maintain that form in subsequent rounds. Shapovalov faced a difficult first-round draw against Mariano Navone and was unable to advance.

Did Auger-Aliassime and Shapovalov meet in Rome

Félix Auger-Aliassime, seeded No. 4, advanced in the draw, but Shapovalov's early exit meant the two Canadians did not face each other. According to Tennis Canada, a second-round clash between the Richmond Hill native and Auger-Aliassime had been projected if both players won their opening matches. The pair had not met in an ATP Tour match for four and a half years, with their head-to-head record tied at 3-3.

What's next for Canadian players

The Rome Masters was the final ATP Masters 1000 event before the French Open, making it a crucial tuneup for players preparing for the clay-court Grand Slam. The National Bank Open presented by Rogers will return to Canadian soil in August, with the WTA heading to Toronto and the ATP hosting in Montreal from August 1 to 13.

Sources

Tennis Canada: Andreescu, Shapovalov Lose Out in Rome. Tennis Canada, May 7, 2026.
Tennis Canada: Monday Digest: Auger-Aliassime, Shapovalov on Rome Collision Course. Tennis Canada, May 1, 2026.
Tennis Canada: Andreescu Earns Straight-Sets Victory in Rome Opener. Tennis Canada, May 5, 2026.

Reported from public sources.

Frequently asked questions

Did Félix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov play each other in Rome?: No. Although a second-round clash between the two Canadians had been projected, Shapovalov lost his first-round match to Mariano Navone, eliminating the possibility of their meeting. Auger-Aliassime, seeded No. 4, advanced in the draw.
When will Canadian players compete at the National Bank Open?: The National Bank Open presented by Rogers will take place from August 1 to 13, 2026, with the WTA event in Toronto and the ATP event in Montreal.