“I Went Through Very Dark Moments” – Matteo Berrettini Open shocking things about his injury

Matteo Berrettini Confident in His Comeback, Sends Warning to Rivals

Matteo Berrettini believes his hard work is paying off and is determined to reclaim his place among the world’s best.

The road back hasn’t been easy for the Italian, but after securing a spot in the ATP 500 Doha 2025 quarterfinals, Berrettini reflected on his struggles and the resilience that brought him to this moment.

Berrettini’s Journey: Fighting Through Setbacks

Once considered a rising star with a powerful game and undeniable charisma, Berrettini had firmly established himself among tennis’s elite—reaching the top 10, a Masters 1000 final, and a Grand Slam final. However, injuries and setbacks repeatedly disrupted his progress. Now, he believes he is finally ready to peak again.

“I Never Stopped Believing I Belong”

“The feeling that I belong among the best tennis players in the world never left me. I went through very dark moments, but deep down, I knew I had the level to be here. I worked extremely hard in recent years, constantly reminding myself that I would deserve all the good things that happened to me. That’s exactly how I feel now,” Berrettini shared.

Defeating Novak Djokovic was a significant milestone, but Berrettini knows sustaining success is the true challenge. He is determined not to let this be a fleeting moment, but rather the start of his resurgence.

“I need to play matches, feel the heat of competition, experience the anger and sadness of losing… Now I realize this is what I fought so hard for,” he added.

Up next, Berrettini faces Jack Draper in the quarterfinals, a match that promises to test his form as he looks to solidify his return to the top.