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Musetti's Miraculous Comeback: How He Survived Match Point in Turin Thriller

Lorenzo Musetti pulled off an incredible comeback victory against Alex de Minaur in a thrilling three-set battle. The Italian fought back from 3-5 down in the final set to keep his ATP Finals qualification hopes alive. Both players left everything on the court, including a spectacular 31-shot rally that ended with both athletes flat on the ground. Musetti now faces Carlos Alcaraz in what could be a decisive match for semi-final qualification.

Key Points: Lorenzo Musetti Beats Alex de Minaur in ATP Finals Thriller

  • Musetti fought back from 3-5 down in the deciding set to secure victory
  • The Italian sealed win with a forehand winner on his second match point
  • Both players collapsed after a dramatic 31-shot rally featuring a tweener
  • Musetti will face Carlos Alcaraz in his crucial third group match
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Musetti beats De Minaur in thriller to stay alive in Turin

Italian Lorenzo Musetti stages stunning comeback from 3-5 down in final set to defeat Alex de Minaur 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, keeping his ATP Finals hopes alive.

"He recovered from losing a breathtaking 31-shot rally... before mounting a dramatic late charge - ATP Reports"

Turin, Nov 12

Lorenzo Musetti earned his maiden victory at the ATP Tour finals when he battled past Alex de Minaur 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 in a thriller.

Musetti mounted a stunning comeback from 3-5 down in the deciding set to move to 1-1 in the Jimmy Connors Group and keep his qualification hopes firmly intact.

Musetti will face the No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings Carlos Alcaraz in his third match on Thursday. The Spaniard, aiming to win the Nitto ATP Finals for the first time, is 2-0 this week, having beaten De Minaur and Fritz. All four players can still qualify for the semi-finals.

The 23-year-old Italian sealed victory on his second match point when he blasted a forehand winner pass on the run before he celebrated with his team courtside, ATP reports.

After fading in the second set, Musetti rediscovered his spark when it mattered most. He recovered from losing a breathtaking 31-shot rally at 4-3, 30/30, one that featured a forehand tweener and left both players flat on the court, before mounting a dramatic late charge.

When De Minaur served for the match, Musetti struck back to break, then rode a wave of momentum and noise to seal one of the biggest wins of his season after two hours and 47 minutes.

Competing in the ATP Tour Finals for the first time, Musetti qualified on the back of a career-best campaign. He reached finals in Monte-Carlo, Chengdu and most recently, Athens last week, compiling a 45-21 record on the season, according to the ATP Win/Loss Index.

Before 2025, the Italian had never recorded more than 40 tour-level wins in a single year, a milestone he has now left well behind.

- IANS

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Priya S
That 31-shot rally with the tweener must have been incredible to watch! Both players giving their all. Tennis needs more such thrilling matches. De Minaur must be gutted after serving for the match.
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David E
Musetti's progress this season has been remarkable. From never crossing 40 wins to 45-21 record shows his dedication. Hope Indian players can learn from such European tennis development systems.
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Ananya R
The group is wide open now! All four players can still qualify - that's what makes ATP Finals so exciting. Thursday's match against Alcaraz will be the real test for Musetti. 🤞
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Sarah B
While the match was thrilling, I wish the article had more details about the crowd support and atmosphere. Turin is known for passionate tennis fans, and that energy often influences these close matches.
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Vikram M
Musetti's forehand winner on the run to seal the match - what a way to finish! This is the kind of tennis that inspires young players in India. Hope we see more such epic battles in the tournament.

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