Andy Roddick previews the upcoming match between Carlos Alcaraz and Lorenzo Musetti i Miami. Roddick acknowledges Alcaraz’s dominance in their head-to-head record, with the Spaniard having won the previous encounters.
Roddick speculates that Musetti might need to take risks and even pray for a miracle to secure an upset. Roddick praises Alcaraz’s impressive serving and well-rounded game, which he believes makes it challenging for opponents to make consistent progress against him. Roddick expresses his admiration for Alcaraz’s play and anticipates an exciting match with at least one standout point or “hot shot.”
Lorenzo Musetti in 2024
Now the world no.24, the Italian played his last match on the 25th of March when he defeated world no.17 Ben Shelton 6-4 7-6(5) in the 3rd round in Miami (draw).
At present, during this year the Italian has managed to achieve a compiled 7-8 match record.
Musetti has scheduled to play next in Estoril (Millennium Estoril Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 1st of April.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Ranked no.2, Alcaraz played his last match on the 25th of March when he overcame world no.47 Gael Monfils 6-2 6-4 in the 3rd round in Miami (draw).
Presently, during this year Alcaraz achieved an overall 14-3 win-loss record. This year, Alcaraz clinched 1 title in Indian Wells.
Lorenzo Musetti and Carlos Alcaraz have never squared off.