Lorenzo Musetti made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing Italy’s first Olympic tennis medal in a century. In a thrilling bronze-medal match, Musetti faced off against Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime on the iconic Court Philippe Chatrier. The 22-year-old Italian displayed remarkable resilience and skill, ultimately triumphing with a score of 6-4, 1-6, 6-3. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Musetti taking the first set before Auger-Aliassime stormed back to dominate the second.
However, Musetti regained his composure and clinched a decisive break in the final set, securing his place in the history books. This victory marks a significant milestone for Italian tennis, as the last Olympic medal in the sport was won by Uberto de Morpugo in 1924, also in Paris. Musetti’s journey to the bronze medal was marked by consistent performances throughout the tournament. His ability to stay mentally composed and execute crucial points under pressure was key to his success.
This achievement adds to an impressive season for Musetti, who has been in excellent form since the start of Roland Garros. For Auger-Aliassime, the loss was a tough pill to swallow, but he can take pride in his efforts and the experience gained. Both players showcased their immense talent and potential, promising exciting futures in the world of tennis. Musetti’s historic win not only ends a century-long wait for Italy but also inspires a new generation of Italian tennis players.
His triumph in Paris will be remembered as a defining moment in his career and a proud chapter in Italy’s sporting history.
A pizza to celebrate
After winning the match Musetti revealed how he will celebrate the medal “I’ve been eating plain pasta and chicken for three months, basically,” he said, “so I think eating a pizza is the least I can do tonight!”
Musetti in Paris, ranking, and results in 2024
Now the world no.16, the Italian achieved a 37-22 win-loss record in 2024. Lorenzo is playing at the moment in Paris where he managed to beat the world no.31 Gael Monfils 6-1 6-4, the world no.37 Mariano Navone 7-6(2) 6-3, the world no.12 Taylor Fritz 6-4 7-5, the world no.4 Alexander Zverev 7-5 7-5 and the world no.19 Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4 1-6 6-3.
