The Rogers Cup draw has been released; with the absence of the Gemini duo, who will claim the title?

The semifinals of the Washington tournament have been determined, and another Masters event is set to follow next week. As the opening of the North American Triple Crown, the Canadian Masters has recently announced its latest draw, so let's see how this lineup, which appears somewhat dim, holds up.

With the absence of the top two players, Alcaraz and Sinner, world number three Zverev has the chance to participate as the top seed. Other seeded players in the quarter include Rune, Cerundolo, Poprin, Medvedev, Griekspoor, and Analdy, along with prominent players like Kecmanovic, Etcheverry, Fonseca, and Pellicarde.

It's worth noting that this section features three former tournament champions. Poprin's victory was quite unexpected, while Medvedev recently fell short in the quarterfinals of the Washington tournament, continuing a championship drought that has lasted over two years. As he returns to the North American fall circuit where he made his name, can he bounce back?

Among the three former champions, Zverev seems to have the best chance of winning. With many top players absent, will he seize this rare opportunity?

The second quarter is led by Musetti, with other seeded players including Rune, Makhach, Khachanov, Humbert, Michelsen, and Shapovalov.

It's noteworthy to mention two local players: veteran Pospisil, a former union player, will officially retire after this tournament, while Shapovalov, who recently claimed his second title of the season and third in seven months, has yet to achieve better than a runner-up finish at a Masters event. Can he leverage the home advantage to secure a victory?

The third quarter is led by Shelton and Tiafoe. Theoretically, they are set to meet in the quarterfinals, and coincidentally, they faced off in the same round at the recent Washington tournament. Additionally, this section also includes Tsitsipas, Norrie, Copil, Aliassime, and Brandon Nakashima.

The final quarter is headed by American top player Fritz, with other seeded players including Moutet, Rublev, Fils, Lehecka, Fokina, Sonego, and Diano.

French top player Fils hasn't been seen for a while; it's uncertain how his injury from the French Open is healing. There are several intriguing first-round matchups in this section, including Belgian star Goffin against McDonald, and Moutet taking on Brooksby. Notably, our player Buyun Chaokete is also placed in this quarter.

In recent years, the Canadian Masters has frequently produced new champions, including Spanish star and two-time US Open semifinalist Bautista, as well as Australian star Poprin. Even the current world number one, Sinner, won his first Masters title in Canada. This year, with many big names absent, who will have a shot at the championship? Will we see a new champion emerge? Let's wait and see! (Source: Tennis Home, Author: Luo Cheng Qiye)