About
Full Name: Jannik Sinner
Date of Birth: August 16, 2001 (Age 23)
Place of Birth: San Candido (Innichen), South Tyrol, Italy
Height: 1.91 m (6 ft 23in)
Playing Hand: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
Background & Personal Life
Jannik Sinner was in Innichen (San Candido), located in South Tyrol, a German-speaking region in Northern Italy. He was raised in Sesto, a picturesque village nestled in the Dolomite Alps. Growing up in a ski-centric environment, Sinner showed early promise as a junior skier—winning a national giant slalom championship at the age of seven.
His father, Hanspeter, worked as a chef in a ski lodge, while his mother, Siglinde, served as a waitress in the same resort. The family valued discipline and work ethic—traits that shaped Jannik’s mindset both on and off the court. He also has an adopted elder brother named Mark.
Despite excelling in skiing, Sinner shifted his focus entirely to tennis by the age of thirteen. He moved to Bordighera, on Italy’s Ligurian coast, to train at the renowned Piatti Tennis Center under the guidance of coach Riccardo Piatti. Sinner later relocated to Monte Carlo at age eighteen, where he currently lives and trains.
Sinner speaks German at home but became fluent in Italian and English during his teenage years. His personal life has occasionally made headlines, especially his past relationship with fellow tennis player Anna Kalinskaya, which reportedly ended in mid-2025.
Junior Career
Unlike many tennis prodigies, Jannik Sinner didn’t spend much time climbing the junior ranks. In fact, he had a fairly low-key junior career, choosing instead to fast-track his way into the professional circuit. He peaked at a modest junior world ranking of No. 133.
He only played one Grade-A junior event—the Trofeo Bonfiglio—before deciding to transition fully into the professional game by the end of 2017. This unconventional path gave Sinner more exposure to competitive men’s tennis early in his career and allowed him to mature faster than many of his peers.
Professional Career
2018–2021: The Rise Begins
Jannik Sinner turned professional in 2018, competing in the ITF Futures and ATP Challenger circuits. By the end of the year, he was already ranked around No. 551 in the world.
In 2019, he burst onto the global tennis scene by winning the Next Gen ATP Finals and was awarded ATP Newcomer of the Year. He made headlines for his calm demeanor, composed shot-making, and maturity far beyond his age.
Between 2020 and 2021, Sinner won four ATP singles titles and reached his first Masters 1000 final. His performance also helped Italy secure a Davis Cup title in the 2023–24 season.
2022–2023: From Contender to Champion
In 2023, Sinner cemented his place among tennis’s elite. He captured the Canadian Open, his first Masters 1000 title, and went on to win the ATP Finals, defeating the likes of Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev.
His ability to dominate on hard courts made him a fan favorite and a serious Grand Slam contender heading into the 2024 season.
2024–2025: World No. 1 & Grand Slam Glory
Sinner’s 2024 season was nothing short of spectacular. He won the Australian Open, followed by the US Open, and then the ATP Finals again—becoming one of the rare players to clinch all three in a single season. He also led Italy to another Davis Cup title and became the first man to achieve a hard-court Grand Slam treble in a calendar year.
On June 10, 2024, Sinner became the first Italian man to reach World No. 1, a historic moment not just for him, but for Italian tennis as a whole.
In 2025, he successfully defended his Australian Open title, reached the French Open final, and then went on to win his first Wimbledon title—becoming the first Italian man to do so in over 148 years.
Playing Style
Jannik Sinner is renowned for his aggressive baseline game and explosive shot-making. His two-handed backhand is considered one of the best in the game—consistently producing high RPM spin rates around 1850 rpm, giving him remarkable control and depth.
Sinner also moves with incredible efficiency—partly due to his background in skiing. His quiet intensity and ability to absorb pressure have drawn comparisons with Novak Djokovic, while his elegant footwork is reminiscent of Roger Federer.
He blends athleticism with precision, rarely showing emotion on court, which adds to his intimidating presence.
Off-Court Life
Philanthropy
In April 2025, Sinner launched the Jannik Sinner Foundation, aimed at promoting sports and education for underprivileged children worldwide. His philanthropic side emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he started the “What’s Kept You Moving” initiative to address mental health issues among athletes.
He has also supported cancer diagnostic research through campaigns like “An Ace for Research.”
Business & Media Presence
Jannik Sinner is more than an athlete—he’s a brand. He has invested in real estate in Milan and Monte Carlo and partnered with Panini Comics to create a children’s comic book aimed at promoting tennis.
His endorsements include elite names like Nike, Head, Rolex, Gucci, L’Oréal-La Roche Posay, Alfa Romeo, Lavazza, and Intesa Sanpaolo. He is also widely referred to as “The Fox” by fans and commentators alike.
His growing fanbase, known as the Carota Boys, frequently appear in carrot-themed outfits to cheer him on—a light-hearted tribute to his healthy diet and youthful spirit.
Career Stats
| Category |
Record |
| ATP Singles Titles |
20 |
| Grand Slam Titles |
Australian Open (2024, 2025), US Open (2024), Wimbledon (2025) |
| Masters 1000 Titles |
Canadian Open, Shanghai |
| ATP Finals |
Champion (2024) |
| Davis Cup Titles |
2023, 2024 |
| Top Ranking |
World No. 1 (since June 10, 2024) |
| Career Prize Money |
~$45.7 million |
| Win-Loss Record |
289–83 (as of July 2025) |
Records & Achievements
- First Italian man to become ATP World No. 1
- Youngest-ever ATP Finals champion to go undefeated
- Hard-court Grand Slam treble in a calendar year (2024)
- 21 consecutive straight-set wins vs top-10 opponents
- Named ATP Newcomer of the Year (2019)
- Named Most Improved Player of the Year
- Fan Favorite on multiple occasions
- First Italian Wimbledon champion in 148 years
Notable Rivalry: Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz
One of the most thrilling rivalries in modern tennis is between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. These two next-gen stars have faced each other 13 times, with Alcaraz leading 8–5.
Key Matches:
- 2025 French Open Final: Alcaraz won in five sets, saving multiple match points.
- 2025 Wimbledon Final: Sinner turned the tables, winning 4‑6, 6‑4, 6‑4, 6‑4—his first Wimbledon crown.
This rivalry is often compared to past classics like Federer vs Nadal, and is widely expected to define the coming decade of tennis.
Honors & Awards
- 2019: Next Gen ATP Finals Champion, ATP Newcomer of the Year
- 2023 & 2024: Davis Cup Champion with Italy
- 2024: Grand Slam year (Australian Open, US Open, ATP Finals)
- 2025: Wimbledon Champion, still reigning as World No. 1