Matteo Arnaldi came out on top in an all-Italian clash at the French Open to reach his maiden Grand Slam semi-final after his opponent Matteo Berrettini retired injured while trailing 7-5 5-2. (Pics: AFP)
Updated On: 2026-06-04 05:59 PM IST
Compiled by : Atharva Upasani
Berrettini appeared to be in pain after three games in the second set, before retiring from the match after being advised by his team
Arnaldi, who had played over 10 hours in the two previous rounds, spent two hours on court Philippe Chatrier on Wednesday
The match began with Berrettini showing the vintage form that once took him to world number six, winning a double break and racing to a 3-0 lead
The match began with Berrettini showing the vintage form that once took him to world number six, winning a double break and racing to a 3-0 lead
Arnaldi will face compatriot Flavio Cobolli on Friday, guaranteeing an Italian player will play the French Open final on Sunday
