Rome, 12 May (LaPresse) – ’When I woke up yesterday, I immediately realised that things were a bit complicated. But my love for this tournament, for this city and for my brother pushed me to try until the end.’ A visibly distraught Matteo Berrettini commented on the reason for his withdrawal after the second game of the second set against Norway's Casper Ruud due to the abdominal problems that have plagued him for several years. ‘Today, until 10 minutes before the match, I thought I wouldn't make it, then I said to myself, “Come on, I'll try,” and I was surprised by how my body reacted. Then at the end of the first set, I felt another twinge and couldn't stay in the match or concentrate,’ he added. ’I withdrew again (it happened at the Madrid Masters, ed.), I didn't want to, but I know what happens. Being three months without playing, every sneeze is a leap. I hope I stopped in time and didn't tear anything. The doctors are also tired of seeing me,’ he continued.
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