Matteo Berrettini, winner of the 2022 Queen’s title against Serbia’s Filip Krajinovic for two consecutive years, faced a straight-set defeat by Lorenzo Sonego during his first match post-injury at the Stuttgart Open. This is his second loss on grass out of 22 matches, signalling a less than ideal start to his grass season.
The 2021 Wimbledon finalist was defeated 6-1 6-2 by his Italian counterpart. Berrettini, who had to withdraw from the Monte Carlo Masters in April due to an abdominal injury, was competing for the first time since his recovery. His performance in Stuttgart contrasted with his impressive track record on grass prior to this. He was also absent from Wimbledon last year after testing positive for COVID-19.
In another tournament, the ‘s-Hertogenbosch in the Netherlands, Canadian Milos Raonic celebrated his first Tour-level victory after a nearly two-year hiatus due to injuries. Raonic overcame Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic 6-3 6-4. The 32-year-old former world number three, who was the Wimbledon runner-up in 2016, expressed his gratitude for being able to play again in front of an audience.
Also at Stuttgart, Lorenzo Musetti, 21, world number 17, started off strong with a 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 victory over Croatia’s Borna Gojo, following his successful journey to the French Open fourth round. Meanwhile, France’s Richard Gasquet, 36, outperformed American Christopher Eubanks 7-6 (7-2) 6-4, setting up a second-round duel with Greek top seed Stefanos Tsitsipas, who had a first-round bye.
Elsewhere, the Nottingham Open saw Watson emerge victorious over Niemeier. Simultaneously, Boulter has replaced Raducanu as the new British number one.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Stuttgart Open
Who won against Matteo Berrettini in the Stuttgart Open?
Lorenzo Sonego defeated Matteo Berrettini in straight sets at the Stuttgart Open.
Which player claimed his first Tour-level win after nearly two years out with injuries?
Canadian Milos Raonic claimed his first Tour-level win after nearly two years out due to injuries at the ‘s-Hertogenbosch tournament in the Netherlands.
Who did Richard Gasquet beat in the first round of the Stuttgart Open?
Richard Gasquet beat American player Christopher Eubanks in the first round of the Stuttgart Open.
Which player replaced Raducanu as the new British number one?
Boulter replaced Raducanu as the new British number one.
Who won in the match between Lorenzo Musetti and Borna Gojo?
Lorenzo Musetti won the match against Borna Gojo.
More about Stuttgart Open
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- Lorenzo Sonego’s Player Profile
- Milos Raonic’s Player Profile
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5 comments
I was rly looking forward to seeing Berrettini perform again, after his injury.. Bit of a bummer, isn’t it?
Gasquet still got it man! he’s in his mid 30s and playing like a 20 yr old, just brilliant.
Both my boys played well! Feel bad for Berrettini but Lorenzo killed it today! Proud of them both.
So happy for Raonic, what a come back! he was missed on court.
didn’t see that comin! Berrettini is a strong player, but Sonego was just too good today.