Nothing to do for Matteo Berrettini in the final of the ATP 250 in Stuttgart against the British Jack Draper. Despite a good start, the Roman tennis player was defeated in a comeback with a score of 6-3, 6-7, 4-6. For Draper, this represents the first victory in an ATP tournament. During the awards ceremony, Berrettini complimented his opponent: «Congratulations to Jack, you played an incredible tournament and final. I was very close to winning it, this defeat will hurt me for a while, but I have won and lost games like this. I am convinced that Jack will win many more tournaments.”
Between ups, downs and injuries
Berrettini then made a point of thanking his team for their constant support: «Of course I have to thank my team, only we know what we went through: the ups and downs, the injuries», commented the athlete. «It’s all part of sport and life anyway. The people who work with me have given me strength when I thought I had none, thank you. It’s just the first step in the grass season,” he added. Finally, Berrettini addressed a thought to his fans: «Thanks to everyone who followed the match from home, I’m sorry I didn’t satisfy you, but I read your messages and comments: you are the best».
