Carlos Alcaraz is set to face Italian player Lorenzo Musetti in the semifinals of the prestigious Masters 1000 tournament in Rome, after having recently prevailed over Jack Draper. Securing the ATP’s number 2 spot, Alcaraz is aiming to reach his first final in this tournament.
Historically, Alcaraz has had the upper hand over Musetti, boasting a 4-1 record in their encounters. The Spanish player won their last four meetings, which took place in significant tournaments including the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo and Miami, as well as the ATP event in Beijing and last year’s Roland Garros. Musetti’s sole victory came in the final at Hamburg in 2022.
Musetti, however, is no easy competitor; he demonstrated his abilities by defeating Alexander Zverev with a score of 7-6, 6-4 in his previous match. The Italian will be a formidable challenge for Alcaraz, especially with the anticipation of facing home favorite Jannik Sinner, who is competing against Tommy Paul in the other semifinal.
The highly anticipated match between Alcaraz and Musetti is scheduled for today, May 16, starting no earlier than 15:30 local time, depending on preceding matches. Viewers can catch the action live on Movistar+, as well as through EL MUNDO’s website providing real-time coverage.
This matchup promises to be an exciting contest as both players look to secure their spot in the finals, with Alcaraz aiming for a memorable achievement in his rising career.