Lorenzo Musetti heroic, will play it all with Carlos Alcaraz

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Historic first win at the Atp Finals for Lorenzo Musetti, who after a loss in the opener came out on top against Alex De Minaur, world number seven.

The Carrarino, the second Italian after of course Jannik Sinner, after winning the first set in 50 minutes 7-5 suffered the comeback of his rival, who was able to tie with a clear 3-6.

Everything was decided in an incredible third set, with Musetti, who after threatening to collapse with two consecutive breaks, took the victory 7-5).

The match was suspended for nine minutes during the third set to allow aid to a person who felt ill in the stands.

Musetti could qualify for the semifinals: a feat will be needed against Carlos Alcaraz, in the hunt for the top spot and the security of ending the year at No. 1.

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