Musetti vs. Fritz: ATP Finals Clash Set for Monday

Turin, Italy — Sixth-seed Taylor Fritz will face ninth-seed Lorenzo Musetti in the ATP Finals group stage on Monday. This matchup comes after Musetti’s marathon final loss to Novak Djokovic in Athens on Saturday, a match that lasted three hours.

Despite the setback in Greece, Musetti, 23, earned his spot in the Finals when Djokovic withdrew due to a shoulder injury. The Italian is eager to make an impact on home soil after a strong season that included multiple finals, though he is still seeking his first title of the year.

Fritz, currently ranked fourth in the world, hopes to capitalize on any fatigue Musetti may carry into the match. The 28-year-old has an impressive 52-21 season record, but he has struggled recently, with early exits from tournaments including the Paris Masters where he lost in the third round.

Musetti leads their head-to-head matchup 3-2, with his most recent victory coming during the Paris Olympics in 2024, winning in straight sets. The Italian’s strong return game and significant recent successes have positioned him as a contender against Fritz, who remains a formidable opponent on hard courts.

This match is part of a year-end tournament where both players are aiming to make a deep run. Musetti will need to summon his energy and resilience to contend with Fritz, who is known for his steady serve and clutch performances in high-stakes matches.

The match will occur at the Inalpi Arena, a fitting venue for this high-stakes battle as the two players look to improve their standing in the ATP Finals.