Musetti Wins and Advances to Athens Final
Lorenzo Musetti secured a hard-fought victory against Sebastian Korda in the ATP 250 tournament semifinal in Athens on 7 November 2025. The match lasted over two hours and 20 minutes, ending with a score of 6-0, 5-7, 7-5. Musetti saved a match point in the third set to advance.
Significance of the Win
This win is crucial for Musetti, currently world number 9 and seeded second in Athens. It boosts his chances of qualifying for the ATP Finals in Turin as one of the top eight players in the Race live rankings.
Path to the ATP Finals
Musetti is ninth in the Race rankings, just behind Felix Auger Aliassime. If he wins the Athens final against Novak Djokovic, he would secure a spot at the year-end Masters, surpassing Auger Aliassime.
Potential Historic Achievement
A victory over Djokovic would mark the first time two Italians qualify for the ATP Finals.
"We both played very well, the level was always high. I'm super happy," said Musetti. "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."
Match Summary
- Date and Location: 7 November 2025, Athens
- Surface: Indoor hard courts
- Score: 6-0, 5-7, 7-5
- Opponent: Sebastian Korda, world rank 52
- Duration: Over 2 hours and 20 minutes
Tomorrow's final pits Musetti against Novak Djokovic, the only obstacle between Musetti and qualification for the ATP Finals.
Author's summary: Lorenzo Musetti’s thrilling semifinal victory over Korda in Athens puts him on the brink of a historic ATP Finals debut, pending a final showdown with Djokovic.