Hours After Registering Emotional Win of His Career, 27-Year-Old ATP Heartthrob Shares Endearing Moment With Girlfriend Who Was Subjected to Intense Hate

It can safely be said that Italian ATP star Matteo Berrettini has had an emotional rollercoaster of a Wimbledon so far. After being sidelined due to injury for a major part of the season, Berrettini is slowly finding his rhythm back on the tennis court. The 27-year-old’s impressive performances in the first 3 rounds of Wimbledon will provide him with the perfect momentum going ahead in the tournament, as he looks to get back to his best. As the 2021 Wimbledon finalist prepares to take on world number 1 Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16, he was seen sharing an affectionate moment with his girlfriend moments before a practice session at the All England Club.

His girlfriend, Melissa Satta, has been under heavy scrutiny for the past few months as she was blamed for the poor performances of Berrettini. The Italian star’s latest moment with Satta is certainly an acknowledgment of her unwavering support during tough times.

Matteo Berrettini enjoys the company of his girlfriend ahead of a high-voltage Wimbledon encounter

Currently ranked 38 in the world, Berrettini had to go through a rough time for a considerable part of the year dealing with injuries and poor form. Therefore, his impressive performances at the All England Club are all the more special. Berrettini looked as sharp as ever when he comfortably defeated Germany’s Alexander Zverev in straight sets – 6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) in their 3rd round encounter.

In what might very well be the most important match for him this season, he is now slated to take on 1st seed Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16. The Italian seemed to be in a confident and relaxed state before the high-profile fixture, as he was seen making the most of the company of his 37-year-old girlfriend Melissa Satta alongside him at the tournament. He reposted an adorable video posted by Satta in his Instagram story, where the couple shared an affectionate moment as they walked, holding hands together and enjoying each other’s presence.

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It is all the more heartwarming to see the couple reveling in each other’s presence, as it wasn’t long ago when Melissa Satta faced a lot of backlash for her association with Matteo Berrettini.

Satta was blamed for Berrettini’s on-court struggles and injuries

An abdominal muscle tear forced Berrettini to miss out on the clay-court season this year, including the French Open. He struggled with poor form and inconsistencies on the court even before this injury derailed the course of his season. Many tennis fans were quick to blame his girlfriend, Melissa Satta, for his career spiraling downwards, and she was brutally criticized by them. The Italian media didn’t spare her either, as they pointed fingers at her for Berrettini’s woes. Satta responded back and spoke against the unjust nature of the hate she had to endure.

With Berrettini slowly getting back to his best on the court, the couple will hope that the scrutiny of the fans shifts its focus from their love life once and for all.

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