“No one can ever take it away from you,” Andy Roddick advises World No.1 Jannik Sinner to ‘sit back and appreciate’ his accomplishments

Jannik Sinner became the first player from Italy to climb to the No.1 position in the rankings.

“No one can ever take it away from you,” Andy Roddick advises World No.1 Jannik Sinner to ‘sit back and appreciate’ his accomplishments

Andy Roddick, Jannik Sinner (Images via YouTube, Imago)

Jannik Sinner officially became the new World No.1 on the ATP Tour and the greats of the game started congratulating Jim. Sinner’s accomplishments this year include the Australian Open triumph, and victories in the ATP Rotterdam and Miami Open. 

His wins in these tournaments and Novak Djokovic‘s winless run this season were enough to take the Italian to the top of the rankings. Former World No.1 Andy Roddick advised the 22-year-old to laud himself for what he has achieved because becoming a World No.1 is not an easy task. 

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Jannik Sinner, congratulations. I just wanted to congratulate you on this monumental accomplishment. I know that you have to work for a lifetime and I also know that never ends. I hope you find some time to sit back and appreciate what you have accomplished, becoming world number 1. I promise you that no one can ever take it away from you. 
Andy Roddick said (via ATP) 

Djokovic’s withdrawal from the recently-concluded Roland Garros before his quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud due to his knee injury had assured Sinner the top spot. The Serb, who won his third title in Paris last year, needed to reach the final to save his position.

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Sinner, on the other hand, arrived in Paris after nursing a hip injury he suffered during the Madrid Open which made him miss the Italian Open.  The 22-year-old reached the semifinals of the Roland Garros where Carlos Alcaraz, who won the Roland Garros title later, defeated him in five sets.

Jannik Sinner celebrated his World No.1 ranking by visiting his hometown 

Jannik Sinner became the first player from Italy to climb to the No.1 position in the rankings. After his ascent to the top, Sinner visited his hometown of Sexten in northern Italy, where the fans warmly welcomed him. 

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Jannik Sinner (Image via Imago) 
I was always looking forward to giving something back to the people who helped me and share success with them. And now I can share this World No. 1, which is the ultimate goal for every player, with the whole country. It's one of the best feelings.
Jannik Sinner said before his visit (via ATP)

Sexten mayor Thomas Summerer gave a golden book (which is used for special occasions) to Sinner, who signed it for the first time. He also met kids at Tennishalle Sexten tennis center, where he started playing tennis. 

Sinner’s next big target is Wimbledon. His best performance at the SW19 came in 2023 when he reached the semifinals. 

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