American Taylor Fritz opened his ATP Finals campaign in Turin with a commanding victory over Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti, winning 6-3, 6-4 in just over ninety minutes. From the start, Fritz dictated play with his booming serve and aggressive baseline game, while Musetti tried to counter with variety and finesse but couldn’t disrupt the American’s rhythm. 

The first set set the tone for the match: Fritz remained untouchable on serve, firing aces at key moments to maintain control. Musetti attempted to mix up the tempo with cross-court backhands and net approaches, yet his lack of precision in extended rallies cost him momentum.

In the second set, Fritz secured an early break and maintained his advantage through consistent serving and confident shot selection. For Musetti, who entered the event as a late replacement, the loss offered flashes of potential but highlighted the gap in consistency against top-level opponents. Fritz, meanwhile, looked sharp and focused — positioning himself early as one of the favorites to reach the semifinals in Turin.