Just a week ago, Lorenzo Musetti made a difficult decision. Fresh off his ATP Finals run, where his campaign ended after a loss to Carlos Alcaraz, he announced he was withdrawing from the Davis Cup. It wasn’t a choice made lightly. Musetti cited both his physical condition and an even more personal reason: his partner, Veronica Confalonieri, was expecting their second child.

Still, the decision drew criticism, which Musetti wasn’t willing to tolerate. “I don’t understand the point of all these insults, especially when they are directed at my girlfriend,” he said on November 24, in an interview with Spacio Tennis, translated to English by Express. “That’s why I removed all the people I don’t follow from my profile.

“I don’t want to receive insults from people who lose bets and think I’m selling matches anymore.”

It’s a reality for a player who has become one of Italy’s brightest talents on the ATP Tour. Musetti has climbed to World No. 8 from No. 16 at the start of the year. He may not have lifted a trophy this season, but he has been remarkably consistent, reaching the latter stages of several tournaments, including finals in Athens, Chengdu, and the Monte-Carlo Masters.

And while his recent success hasn’t been enough to shield him from social media harassment, he is firm on his decision to skip the Davis Cup this year. “We’re going to become parents for the second time soon,” he shared, emphasizing how important this moment is for him and his partner.

Lorenzo Musetti and Confalonieri have been together since 2022 and went public in December of that year. Their relationship has only grown stronger since, especially after welcoming their first child, Ludovico, in March 2024. In May, the couple announced another special milestone with the news that baby number two was on the way. That’s certainly a big moment for the young family.

To celebrate the upcoming arrival, Musetti shared a heartwarming photo on Instagram showing him and little Ludovico resting their hands on Confalonieri’s baby bump.

Regardless, it has been a mixed season for Musetti. He made progress, but still has a long way to go. Yet his priorities off the court stand tall. This year, more than ever, because he has been vocal about his role as a father.

Lorenzo Musetti opens up on being a young father

At the US Open, the 23-year-old laughed about how it felt like the first time, despite having Ludovico. Now, the Musetti family has become a familiar sight on tour. Picture this: one moment, Lorenzo Musetti is slicing perfect backhands, the next, he is dodging a toddler sprinting along the sideline. Practice sessions can feel like playgrounds. Somehow, the chaos blends with joy, and Musetti rolls with it. He is not shy about the changes.

“It’s something I’m really proud of, being a father and a partner. Trying to raise a family at a young age gave me a lot of confidence and experience,” Musetti said in September, grinning. “I don’t know if I can consider myself an experienced dad, because Ludovico is one and a half years old. For sure, I’m more prepared this time than last one. Really, really happy and really looking forward to the second one.”

Every word tumbled out with the wonder of someone whose life has turned upside down in the best way. He seems both stunned and thrilled by the daily whirlwind. There is juggling, yes, but for Musetti, joy comes in seconds when he sees his son in the stands.

How does he keep calm in the storm? Family is his anchor.

His parents hold things together behind the scenes, but Confalonieri’s steady presence means everything. Her unwavering support lifts his wins and softens his losses. Now, with their second child nearly here and Musetti swatting back at critics, do you think the noise online will quieten down?