🎾 Shocker at the Australian Open! 🎾
Lorenzo Musetti was on fire against Novak Djokovic, leading by two sets to love. The unexpected twist? Musetti suddenly retired from the quarter-final, leaving fans and commentators stunned – “No, no, no!”
With Musetti up 6-4, 6-3, Djokovic briefly paused for treatment on foot blisters. But soon after, it was Musetti who appeared in distress. Struggling physically with what seemed to be a groin issue, the 23-year-old Italian couldn’t maintain his powerful game. At 1-3, 15-40 in the third set, an emotional Musetti signalled his withdrawal, clearly devastated as he approached Djokovic for a handshake.
Commentators and fans were left heartbroken for Musetti, who seemed destined for the semi-finals. This bittersweet twist handed Djokovic passage into his seventh consecutive semi-final in Melbourne.
Despite the abrupt ending, Djokovic expressed genuine sympathy, saying, “He was the better player today. I wish him a speedy recovery.” The tennis star admitted he was ready to pack his bags, emphasising the unpredictability and harshness of the sport.
Stay tuned as Djokovic, still in the hunt for his next Grand Slam title, prepares to face either Sinner or Ben Shelton in the next round. 🎾✨
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