WATCH: Matteo Berrettini unleashes a stunning backhand shot, silences Stefanos Tsitsipas in Dubai quarter-finals

The quarter-final thriller between tennis stalwarts Matteo Berrettini and Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Championships 2025 was a highly anticipated game, showcasing the talents of two top players. This game was marked by many intense rallies and exceptional shot-making, with the two players displaying their full range of skills in the game.

While the game contained many high-quality points, moments where the two players showed wonderful backhands stood out in the game. The two tennis players produced wonderful backhand passes and returns throughout the game. However, Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas managed to win the game.

This game was a very close three-setter that highlights the high level of the game that the two tennis players possess. Specifically, the game was a very hard-fought battle. The game was filled with momentum swings, with two players having moments of dominance. The game contained extremely exciting tiebreaker play and also contained a series where one player completely dominated the game.

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Matteo Berrettini hits a gorgeous backhand against Stefanos Tsitsipas in Dubai.

Great defense followed by a gorgeous passing shot.

Huge reaction as well. 😤

Finding his best. 🇮🇹🔨

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Matteo Berrettini's jaw-dropping backhand display vs Stefanos Tsitsipas

However, Matteo Bettettini staged his comeback in the second set. However, the 26-year-old Tsitsipas was able to maintain a high level of play throughout the match and was able to win the deciding third set to storm into the semi-final. This clash was very exciting for the tennis players.

"Definitely, it was one of those matches. It all depended on the serve. I felt there were many very challenging moments and break opportunities, especially on his part. I couldn't quite get to that point from the first set. So I had to be somewhat like hunting, trailing behind and doing a great job to get back into the match. I am very pleased to have done my part and also that the crowd was on my side," Stefanos Tsitsipas said after the win.

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