Watch: Daniil Medvedev hits back at rowdy Rome crowd with aggressive response
Medvedev had a tough day in the office after Musetti defeated him 7-5, 6-4. The Russian star tried to fight through the rainy weather in Rome, but couldn't have the last laugh. With the scorecard reading 7-5, 5-4 (30-30) in Musetti's favour, rain started pouring down. Play continued and Musetti got a point through a drop shot. With the court becoming slippery, the chair umpire decided to halt proceedings with Musetti on match point. After play resumed, the Italian engaged in a 13-shot rally with Medvedev to go past the finish line. Also Read: Novak Djokovic ends partnership with coach Andy Murray after poor start to seasonadvertisementIn the first set, Musetti drew first blood to go 5-4 up with a break of serve, but Medvedev earned the break back immediately to make it 5-5. However, Musetti shifted the pressure on Medvedev with his second break, eventually claiming the opening set. In the second, Musetti took control once again, going 1-0 up with an early break and this time around, he didn't let Medvedev stage a comeback. It was Musetti's first win over Medvedev after losses in the Cincinnati and Canada 1000 Masters in 2023. Musetti will next be up against Alexander Zverev, who defeated France's Arthur Fils in straight sets in the Round of 16. Medvedev, in the meantime, will look to make amends when the French Open gets underway later this month. Must Watch
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