Musetti vs Rublev: Hong Kong SF Showdown for ATP Title

Can Lorenzo Musetti end his title drought and make a triumphant return?

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:59pm

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The tennis world is watching as Lorenzo Musetti aims to secure his first ATP Tour title since his impressive double win in 2022. This week's Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open is where the Italian player hopes to end his almost four-year wait. Musetti, seeded at the top, defeated home favorite Coleman Wong and now faces former champion Andrey Rublev in the semi-finals.

Why it matters

Musetti's career highlights include reaching a career-high ranking of No. 6 in 2025 and reaching three finals, but he has narrowly missed out on titles. A win in Hong Kong would be a significant milestone in his comeback and continued growth as a top player on the ATP Tour.

The details

Musetti showed his strength by defeating Coleman Wong with a score of 6-4, 6-4 on Friday, earning his spot in the semi-finals. Andrey Rublev, the only former champion still in the competition, delivered a strong performance against Nuno Borges, winning 6-3, 6-4. Rublev, who won in Hong Kong in 2024, is ready for the challenge against Musetti, acknowledging the Italian's recent improvements.

  • Musetti defeated Coleman Wong on Friday to reach the semi-finals.
  • Rublev won his quarter-final match against Nuno Borges on Friday.

The players

Lorenzo Musetti

An Italian tennis player who has reached a career-high ranking of No. 6 in the PIF ATP Rankings in 2025 and has reached three finals on the ATP Tour.

Andrey Rublev

A Russian tennis player who is the only former champion still in the competition, having won the Hong Kong title in 2024.

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What they’re saying

“I knew I had to be really, really solid from the beginning. It was a really close match, but I stayed really focused until the end. So I'm really happy and proud to start 2026 well.”

— Lorenzo Musetti

“Lorenzo is playing unbelievable the last couple of years, he's getting better and better. When I played him the first time, he was super young, so it doesn't really count. I need to be really ready if I want to have a chance for a good fight.”

— Andrey Rublev

What’s next

The winner of the Musetti vs Rublev semi-final match will advance to the final of the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open, where they will compete for the ATP title.

The takeaway

This semi-final matchup between Musetti and Rublev is a highly anticipated clash between a rising star and an experienced former champion. Musetti's quest for his first ATP title since 2022 will be put to the test against Rublev's proven track record in Hong Kong. The outcome of this match could have significant implications for both players' careers and the future of the ATP Tour.