March 21, (THEWILL) – Andy Murray displayed his tenacity at the Miami Open, battling back from a set down to clinch victory against struggling Italian Matteo Berrettini. Despite Berrettini’s medical concerns, Murray’s resilience shone through to a hard-fought 4-6 6-3 6-4 win.
Berrettini, who recently returned to the tour after a challenging 2023 plagued by injuries, initially dominated the match, breaking Murray’s serve early on. However, a turn of events in the second set saw Berrettini struggling physically, requiring medical attention and a timeout.
During the match, Berrettini appeared on the brink of fainting, which led to a crucial medical timeout at 5-2 down in the second set. Despite his physical struggles, Berrettini showed determination, battling through the discomfort to continue competing. The weather in Miami, though milder than usual for the tournament, added to the intrigue of the match.
Murray, undeterred by his opponent’s challenges, maintained his composure and mounted a comeback in the second set, seizing control of the match. Despite Berrettini’s improved performance in the third set, Murray’s consistent play ultimately earned him victory after two hours and 47 minutes of intense competition.
With this win, Murray advances to the next round, where he will face 29th-seeded Argentine Tomas Martin Etcheverry. It was a victory that showed that as Murray continues his quest for another Miami Open title, his resilience and determination on the court remain as formidable as ever.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
