SportsPosted at: Jun 6 2025 8:58PM


Alcaraz enters final as Musetti retires injured

Paris, June 6 (UNI) Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion, secured his place in the Roland-Garros final for the second consecutive year after Lorenzo Musetti retired due to a left thigh injury early in the fourth set of their semifinal clash on Friday.
Musetti started the match strongly, taking the first set 6-4 by capitalizing on Alcaraz's unforced errors and maintaining consistent baseline play. The Italian fended off a break point at 3-3 and broke Alcaraz at 5-4 to clinch the set.
In the second set, both players exchanged breaks early, with Alcaraz breaking to love for a 2-1 lead, only for Musetti to break back immediately. The set culminated in a tense tiebreak, where Alcaraz surged ahead to win 7-6(3), leveling the match.
Alcaraz dominated the third set, winning it 6-0 in just 21 minutes, as Musetti began to show signs of physical discomfort. The Italian called for medical attention during the set, indicating a left thigh issue.
Trailing 0-2 in the fourth set, Musetti retired from the match, citing the injury. Alcaraz expressed sympathy for his opponent, stating, "It's not the way you want to win a match, especially in a semifinal. I hope Lorenzo recovers quickly."
With this victory, Alcaraz advances to the final, where he will face the winner of the semifinal between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. Alcaraz aims to defend his title and secure his third Grand Slam championship. UNI BDN SSP
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