Musetti Wins and Reaches the Final in Athens
Lorenzo Musetti secured a vital victory over Sebastian Korda to advance to the final of the ATP 250 tournament in Athens. The match lasted two hours and twenty minutes, ending 6-0, 5-7, 7-5, with Musetti saving a match point in the decisive set.
The 22-year-old Tuscan, currently ranked ninth in the world and second seed, dominated on the indoor hard courts of the Greek capital. This triumph keeps his hopes alive for a spot in the ATP Finals in Turin.
Musetti now holds ninth place in the Race live rankings, just behind Felix Auger-Aliassime. A victory in the final would secure him a direct qualification for Turin, potentially marking the first time two Italian players compete in the prestigious year-end event.
“We both played very well, the level was always high. I'm super happy for the fighting spirit I showed. My attitude paid off. The goal remains to reach the Finals, and I will try to win the title tomorrow.”
In the final, Musetti will face Novak Djokovic, the only remaining obstacle standing between him and the ATP Finals dream.
Author’s Summary
Musetti’s intense win over Korda puts him one step away from the ATP Finals; a victory against Djokovic in Athens could secure his place among the top eight in Turin.