
Matteo Berrettini became the standout player of the day at ATP Doha 2025 by securing a significant victory over Novak Djokovic with a scoreline of 7-6(4) and 6-2 in 1 hour and 34 minutes of a highly demanding match where the Italian excelled. After breaking the deadlock in the tiebreak, the Roman took control of the match and never let go, eliminating the Serbian from the tournament.
The battle started with maximum excitement, featuring daring winning shots and numerous drop shots that kept surprising, flawlessly disrupting the rhythm of the points. Both the Italian and the Serbian displayed threats in the form of break points, but neither could convert them, mainly due to exceptional serving. The tension intensified after the first half-hour, with the score tied and two players showing relentless determination.
Aggressive and courageous in their strategies, the roars grew louder as they approached the decisive moments of the first set. Berrettini's resilience shone through as he unleashed his best shots to secure the tiebreak, claiming the first set and making things tough for Nole.
Berrettini Takes Complete Control
With victory in sight, Djokovic had little left to offer as Matteo confidently dominated the Centre Court in Doha, captivating the audience with his performance. Even when pressured, he maintained control, while Djokovic attempted to step up his game from the baseline.
Executing impressive shots on the run, even hitting shots with his back to the net, the Italian had the spectators on their feet, showcasing brilliance from all parts of the court and leaving no room for a potential comeback by his opponent. Ultimately, it was through impeccable shot-making from the baseline that Berrettini emerged as the triumphant victor of this clash, unleashing a shout that mirrored the intense battle he had been fighting for months.
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