Matteo Berrettini will return to action at the Lynk & Co Hangzhou Open on 17 September, marking his first tournament since Wimbledon and his debut at the Chinese ATP 250 event. The former world No. 6 has been out for nearly two and a half months with an injury and missed the entire North American hard-court swing.
Berrettini’s Season Highlights and Challenges
The 29-year-old enters the Asian swing with a 13-11 record this season, highlighted by wins over Top 10 opponents Novak Djokovic in Doha in February and Alexander Zverev in Monte Carlo in April. His last match was a five-set first-round loss to Kamil Majchrzak at Wimbledon, a disappointing end to his campaign at one of tennis’s most prestigious tournaments.
In Hangzhou, Berrettini joins a strong field that includes Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev. Local favorite Wu Yibing and the in-form Alexander Bublik are also slated to play, while Marin Cilic returns as the defending champion. The tournament is played on hard courts in Zhejiang province, providing a great opportunity for Berrettini to regain his form and build momentum as he heads into the latter part of the season.
Berrettini signaled his readiness in a social media post ahead of the event, expressing excitement to compete again and showcasing his determination to return to the competitive circuit. Fans are eager to see how he performs after his time away from the game. With the level of competition in Hangzhou, Berrettini will need to bring his best game to advance through the rounds.
As he steps into this new chapter, Berrettini’s focus will undoubtedly be on both his physical readiness and mental resilience. The Lynk & Co Hangzhou Open will serve as a crucial test for him as he aims to reclaim his spot among the top players in the world.