Stats: Since 2024, Musetti has been flawless against one-handed backhands

Musetti defeated Tsitsipas (7-5, 7-6) in the third round of the Madrid Masters 1000. This marks his second victory over the Greek player this season after Monte-Carlo (1-6, 6-3, 6-4). The 23-year-old has also secured seven wins in his last eight matches on clay.

Another notable stat is the Italian’s overwhelming dominance against one-handed backhand players. Since 2024, he remains undefeated against this type of opponent, boasting eight consecutive wins. Among the players he has defeated are Shapovalov, Mpetshi Perricard, and Tsitsipas.

In the Madrid round of 16, he will face De Minaur, a player he has already beaten in Monaco. After defeating Shapovalov, the Australian appears to be in strong form since the start of the clay season, with seven wins in nine matches.