(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Alcaraz Triumphs Over Fritz in Thrilling ATP Finals Clash, Musetti Stuns De Minaur in Turin
November 12, 2025
Spain’s tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz produced a stunning comeback to defeat Taylor Fritz 6-7(2), 7-5, 6-3 in a high-intensity battle at the ATP Finals in Turin on Tuesday. The victory keeps Alcaraz on track for a spot in the semi-finals and inches him closer to securing the year-end World No. 1 ranking.
Later in the evening, Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti delighted the home crowd with a dramatic 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 victory over Australia’s Alex de Minaur, ensuring all four players in the group still have a chance to reach the last four.
🔥 Alcaraz Survives Fritz Challenge
In what has been hailed as one of the best matches of the tournament so far, Alcaraz faced a spirited challenge from Fritz, who came out firing aces and powerful groundstrokes. The American took the opening set in a tense tiebreak, but Alcaraz refused to back down.
The Spaniard saved crucial break points in the second set and leveled the match with an incredible fightback. As Fritz began to tire, Alcaraz took control, breaking serve in the final set and wrapping up the win after two hours and 48 minutes of breathtaking tennis.
“It was a really tough battle,” said Alcaraz. “In the first set, I was struggling more than him. But I’m happy I managed to find a way back and finish strong.”
🎯 Musetti’s Magical Comeback
Earlier, home favorite Lorenzo Musetti kept his semi-final hopes alive with a thrilling three-set victory. De Minaur looked poised to win after taking control in the final set, but Musetti dug deep and turned the match around in front of a roaring Italian crowd.
“It was one of those matches where you just keep believing,” said Musetti. “The atmosphere helped me push through even when I was down.”
The match was briefly interrupted due to a medical emergency in the crowd, just a day after two spectators had suffered cardiac arrests. Local media later confirmed that the fan was taken to hospital in serious but stable condition.
🏆 What’s Next
With two wins from two, Alcaraz now faces Musetti in a high-stakes showdown, while Fritz will meet De Minaur in the final group matches. The top two players from the Jimmy Connors Group will advance to the semi-finals of the season-ending ATP Finals.
Tennis fans can expect another round of electric action as the stars battle for a spot in the final four — and a chance at one of the sport’s most prestigious titles.
