Matteo Berrettini proved to be a key figure for the Italian team that managed to win the last Davis Cup. Although in the final they faced a strong opponent, Spain, Berrettini and his teammates showed the courage, character and quality needed to reach the trophy.
Flavio Cobolli played the second match against Spain's Jaume Munar and seemed to be on the verge of losing. After losing the first set 6-1, it was clear that the well-known tennis player had to change something in his game.
After the first set, Berrettini did his media duties and went through the anti-doping procedure. However, at one point he received a message from Lorenzo Sonego with the desire to support his colleague.
It was stressful. Was stressful because I was elected for, like everyone else, doping. After my match, I had to do what I had to do. I was, Okay, Im going to lose the first 20 minutes. The first 20 minutes was the first set.
Lorenzo actually texted me, Come here, we need you.- Berrettini said.
Unity
In those moments, the Italian team showed unity, which is crucial if you want to be successful in competitions like this. That togetherness paid off in the end as Italy defeated Spain, showing that, despite the absence of Jannik Sinner, they still have the necessary quality for this competition.
"We started screaming as loud as we could. I think thats the strength, the weapon that we have. We are so together. We play together. Doesnt matter whos playing. Were playing in five every time, and six with the captain.
It was a team effort even though we played just two singles. Thats why it feels special.- he said.
Despite playing without two of their best players, Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Musetti, Filippo Volandri's team achieved their goal and brought home their fourth title overall, and the third in a row for the Italian Tennis Federation. This was the eighth final for the Italian national team.
