I've never changed so many t-shirts," Musetti exhausted under Shanghai heat

Le 06/10/2025 à 13h01 par Arthur Millot

In Shanghai, humidity reaches levels rarely seen on the tour. And for Lorenzo Musetti, this reality isn't just a logistical detail. It's a true endurance test:

"I've never changed so many t-shirts in my life! It feels like after 40 minutes, you're coming out of the shower," he says with a breathless smile, after a 2-hour 40-minute battle against Darderi (7-5, 7-6) on the Chinese hard courts.

What's next? A round of 16 match against Félix Auger-Aliassime. In the shadow of the Top 10, Musetti clearly has his sights set on the ATP Finals in Turin, an event he dreams of playing at home. And even though the Italian refuses to put pressure on himself, he doesn't hide the crucial importance of his upcoming duel:

"He's one of those players I need to watch behind me. Félix is playing very well and finishing the season strong. This next match is an excellent opportunity to make a strong impression.

Auger-Aliassime, Felix [12]

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Musetti, Lorenzo [8]

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Darderi, Luciano [26]

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Musetti, Lorenzo [8]

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Shanghai

Tableau

Lorenzo Musetti

9e, 3840 points

The claim that these microfiber materials wick moisture away and keep you cooler is nonsense as far as I'm concerned. I sweat a lot and they end up sticking to me just like they do these players and then you might as well be wrapped in plastic. I've gone back to slightly loose fitting cotton or cotton blend shirts. They're a lot cooler. Yes, cotton will retain some moisture but I can walk to the back of the court and wring it out with my hand. And the weave of the fabric allows air to flow through it.
The materials these shirts are made of are in essence a plastic fiber that doesn't absorb water. And the microfibers are so tightly weaved the materials don't breath at all.

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