Musetti Djokovic Australian Open: Lorenzo Withdraws, Djokovic Wins
- Melbourne, Australia - Lorenzo Musetti held a two-set lead against Novak Djokovic in the third round of the Australian Open on January 26, 2026, before a right thigh...
- The Italian player called for a medical timeout while trailing 2-1 in the third set, visibly distressed and in tears.Tournament physiotherapist Massimo Luciani provided an extended massage to...
- Despite attempting to continue, with coach Simone Perlas offering encouragement from the sidelines - urging him to "continue to move, stay warm, point by point" - Musetti ultimately...
MusettiS Promising Run Cut Short by Injury at Australian Open
Melbourne, Australia – Lorenzo Musetti held a two-set lead against Novak Djokovic in the third round of the Australian Open on January 26, 2026, before a right thigh injury forced his retirement from the match. Musetti won the frist two sets 6-4,6-3 before succumbing to the injury.
The Italian player called for a medical timeout while trailing 2-1 in the third set, visibly distressed and in tears.Tournament physiotherapist Massimo Luciani provided an extended massage to Musetti’s right thigh, focusing on the area where the muscle inserts into the hip.
Despite attempting to continue, with coach Simone Perlas offering encouragement from the sidelines – urging him to “continue to move, stay warm, point by point” – Musetti ultimately conceded the match without consulting his team further. The final score was 6-4, 6-3, 2-1 in favor of Djokovic.
This match marked Musetti’s first significant challenge against Djokovic at a Grand Slam tournament. Djokovic, a ten-time Australian Open champion with 24 Major titles advanced to the fourth round.