Hubert Hurkacz defeated Arthur Cazaux 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of the ATP 250 Geneva tournament on clay on 20 May 2025. As the heavy pre-match favourite at odds of 1.24, Hurkacz delivered as expected, dispatching the 4.54 outsider Cazaux with a controlled performance across both sets. The Polish player's superior ranking and experience on the surface proved decisive, with the scoreline reflecting a dominant display that saw him break serve multiple times and maintain consistent pressure throughout. Hurkacz advances to the second round, consolidating his status as a leading contender on the Geneva clay courts.