๐พ Alcaraz advances to French Open final as Musetti retires injured
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is through to his second straight Roland-Garros final after a dramatic semi-final against Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti. In a match that saw both players display world-class clay-court tennis, Musetti was forced to retire early in the fourth set due to a left thigh injury, sending Alcaraz into Sunday’s final where he will face world No.1 Jannik Sinner.
The final score: 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-0, 2-0 RET in favour of Alcaraz.
For fans who missed the action, check out the official highlights below.
๐ Match Recap: Alcaraz vs Musetti, Roland-Garros 2025 Semi-final
๐ Scoreline & Stats
| Winner | Loser | Score | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Alcaraz (2) | Lorenzo Musetti (8) | 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-0, 2-0 RET | 2h 25m |
๐พ Match Highlights
- Musetti took the opening set 6-4, absorbing Alcaraz’s power with resilient defense and elegant shot-making.
- Alcaraz struggled with his first serve (41% in set one), but found his rhythm in a tense second set, winning the tiebreak 7-3.
- From the third set, Alcaraz dominated, winning nine games in a row as Musetti’s movement was hampered by a left thigh injury.
- After a medical timeout at 0-5 in the third, Musetti played two more games before retiring down 0-2 in the fourth set.
- Alcaraz finished with 34 winners to Musetti’s 22, and improved his head-to-head to 6-1 against the Italian, including three wins on clay this season.
"It’s never great getting through or winning a match like this. Lorenzo is a great player. He’s had an incredible clay season. I wish him a quick recovery, and hopefully we are going to enjoy his tennis pretty soon."
๐ฅ Player Profiles & Season Context
Carlos Alcaraz
- 22 years old, world No.2, defending French Open champion
- 2025: Won Monte Carlo, Rome; reached all clay Masters finals
- Now 33-2 on clay since May 2024
Lorenzo Musetti
- 23 years old, projected to reach career-high ATP No.6
- 2025: Finalist Monte Carlo, semi-finals Madrid, Rome, Roland-Garros
- First Italian to reach semi-finals of all major clay events in a season since Nadal, Djokovic, Murray, Zverev
Head-to-Head
- Alcaraz leads 6-1 overall
- Alcaraz has beaten Musetti three times on clay in 2025 (Monte Carlo final, Rome semi, Roland-Garros semi)
"The first two sets were a showcase of elite clay-court tennis. Musetti’s injury was unfortunate, but Alcaraz’s ability to raise his level in the clutch was world-class."
๐ฅ Key Moments & Talking Points
- Musetti’s elegant one-handed backhand and tactical variety troubled Alcaraz early.
- Alcaraz’s resilience: recovered from a set down, improved serve and aggression in sets 2-3.
- Musetti’s left thigh injury after the second set tiebreak changed the match’s momentum.
- Alcaraz’s 13th straight win at Roland-Garros, now into his fifth Grand Slam final.
- The dream final is set: Alcaraz vs Sinner, the world’s top two, for the Coupe des Mousquetaires.
"I felt at the beginning of the third set when I was serving, I started losing strength in my left leg and it got worse, so I decided to stop. It was the right decision, even if it wasn’t what I wanted."
๐ What’s Next: Roland-Garros 2025 Men’s Final
- Final: Carlos Alcaraz (2) vs Jannik Sinner (1)
- Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
- Venue: Court Philippe-Chatrier, Roland-Garros, Paris
- Coverage: Live on BBC, Eurosport, Roland-Garros official platforms
For live updates, stats, and more, visit the Roland-Garros official site.
Alcaraz is the fifth-youngest man to reach five Grand Slam finals in the Open Era. Musetti is the fifth player ever to reach the semi-finals of all major clay events (Monte Carlo, Madrid, Rome, Roland-Garros) in the same season.
For more in-depth stats and highlights, check the official Roland-Garros highlights.
๐ฅ Roland-Garros 2025: Popularity & Fan Buzz
One of tennis’s four Grand Slams, renowned for its clay-court drama and history.
Already a multi-Slam champion at 22, Alcaraz is a global superstar and a fan favourite for his attacking style.
Musetti’s artistry and progress in 2025 have made him an emerging star and a player to watch in the coming years.
Musetti suffered a left thigh injury late in the third set. After a medical timeout and losing strength in the leg, he retired early in the fourth to avoid further risk.
Alcaraz has won Monte Carlo and Rome, reached all major clay finals, and now has a 33-2 record on clay since May 2024.
Alcaraz will face world No.1 Jannik Sinner, who defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the other semi-final.
Don’t miss the Alcaraz vs Sinner final—stream live via BBC, Eurosport, or the Roland-Garros official site. For match replays, stats, and exclusive interviews, check the Roland-Garros YouTube channel and social media.
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