Lorenzo Musetti has officially made his mark at the Nitto ATP Finals, achieving his first round-robin victory with a hard-fought win over Alex de Minaur on Tuesday. The match, which extended late into the night, saw Musetti triumph with a scoreline of 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, after rallying from a precarious position of 3-5 down in the deciding set.
Musetti’s journey to this moment has been nothing short of dramatic. After securing his place in this prestigious year-end tournament on the final day of the season—thanks in part to Novak Djokovic’s withdrawal—his debut in Turin has proven equally eventful. Despite the demanding schedule following his runner-up finish in Athens, where he lost to Djokovic, Musetti faced challenges in his opening match. He fell to Taylor Fritz in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, and it was evident that fatigue was a factor.
Undeterred by his initial setback, Musetti understood the importance of delivering a strong performance to keep his hopes for the semifinals alive in the competitive Jimmy Connors Group. His tenacity paid off with the victory over De Minaur, highlighting his resilience and determination.
Musetti’s journey continues in the ATP Finals, where he has the opportunity to further prove himself on a world stage, showcasing the talent that earned him a spot among the elite players. His ability to seize this moment against De Minaur offers a positive outlook for his remaining matches, as he aims to build momentum and further establish his presence in the tournament.