Carlos Alcaraz Advances French Open Final After Lorenzo Musetti Injury Retirement

Carlos Alcaraz reached the French Open final after Lorenzo Musetti retired during their semifinal match due to a left thigh injury, with Alcaraz leading 4-6, 7-6 (3), 6-0, 2-0. Despite Musetti winning the first set and showing impressive play early on, his leg issue worsened, forcing him to stop after treatment and a decline in movement. Alcaraz expressed sympathy for Musetti and wished him a speedy recovery, acknowledging the less-than-ideal circumstances of his victory. The match featured intense rallies and moments of frustration, with Alcaraz pushing Musetti to the limit and demonstrating aggressive play that turned the match in his favor. With this win, Alcaraz is poised to defend his French Open title and advance to face either Jannik Sinner or Novak Djokovic in the final. The semifinal highlighted the high level of skill and sportsmanship between two of tennis's most stylish and promising players.