Maria Sharapova names herself fan of Jannik Sinner justifying her choice to pick the Italian over the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Holger Rune

Sinner has made a name for himself in the tennis world thanks to his exceptional talent and dedication to the game.

Maria Sharapova names herself fan of Jannik Sinner justifying her choice to pick the Italian over the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Holger Rune

Jannik Sinner and Maria Sharapova (Credits: ATP Tour and Gentlewoman)

Maria Sharapova expressed her everlasting support for Jannik Sinner. She praised his humble attitude toward the game and appreciated the dynamic status of the men’s game. Sharapova made the remarks during an interview on the Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast when she reflected on her own career and expressed appreciation for the tennis world’s upcoming prospects.

Sinner has made a name for himself in the tennis world thanks to his exceptional talent and dedication to the game. Sharapova’s relationship with Sinner comes through her previous coach, who worked with Sinner for several years and allowed her to practice and play with him on a few occasions.

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“I’m always rooting for him,” Sharapova declared with enthusiasm. “I just like his humble approach to the sport.“

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The former World No. 1 and five-time Grand Slam champion also went on to express her admiration for the younger generation of tennis players. She highlighted the diversity of playing styles and personalities that have emerged from various corners of the world.

“I love seeing the younger generation,” Sharapova explained. “There’s an aura about the men’s game, it’s very evident. They have different styles of play, different personalities, from different parts of the world, and it’s just fun to see these rivalries come together. I think the men’s game is in a good state.“

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Jannik Sinner Pays Tribute to Maria Sharapova’s Incredible Mindset

Jannik Sinner has also lavished his admiration on Sharapova from time to time. He has highlighted her incredible mindset and the honor he feels from having met and practiced with her. Sinner’s enthusiasm for Sharapova is not new. He already praised her at a media interview in 2022.

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Sinner spoke to the media in 2022 about his experience training with Sharapova, emphasizing the mental power that set her different. “Of course, the mentality. She had an incredible mindset. I was lucky to get to know her a little bit more,” Sinner remarked.

Sinner also claimed that his favorite mixed doubles partner would be Maria Sharapova. He confessed, “I never thought about that. I am not a great doubles player. I got to know Maria Sharapova and I think she is one of the greatest champions.“

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