Stefanos Tsitsipas explains the connection in wearing Japan’s World Cup jersey
Stefanos Tsitsipas shows his love for the Japan by wearing their national football jersey.
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Stefanos Tsitsipas
The world No. 4, Stefanos Tsitsipas, already had a good start to the year 2023. He helped Greece reach the semifinals in the inaugural United Cup. He’s hoping to continue his good run in the upcoming Australian Open. He has been practicing hard ever since the completion of the United Cup.
On this occasion, he was seen wearing the national football jersey of Japan on Tuesday. He took to Twitter to share pictures of his practice session and also briefed his fans about the outfit. This Greek star loves symbolism and has been supporting Japan ever since the World Cup.
The Greek star said “The jersey represents the connection between sport and the ancient warrior spirit of Japan. A deep cultural heritage of honor, perseverance, and excellence. It also symbolizes the connection between the modern and ancient, the beauty of tradition, and the power of the present.”
Fans all over the world, particularly in Japan, praised him for his gesture and support for the country. He previously congratulated the Japanese team on topping the group despite having stronger opponents like Spain and Germany. However, this was not his first time wearing a country jersey in a practice session. As fans recall, he wore a Mexican football jersey in the past for practice sessions.
Stefanos Tsitsipas at The United Cup 2023
The United Cup outing for world No. 4 Stefanos Tsitsipas is indeed a good one. Although his team, Greece, couldn’t qualify for the finals of the inaugural edition, it was a good performance individually for this Greek star. The team lost in the semi-finals against Italy and failed to qualify for the finals. However, the team’s only semi-final victory came from this star, who defeated world No. 14 Matteo Berrettini 4-6, 7-6 (2), and 6-4.
He won all his singles matches in the tournament, showing the world he is ready for the Australian Open. He was quite successful in mixed doubles, too, partnering with Maria Sakkari. All in all, he had a good outing in the United Cup and played a key role in helping Greece reach the semis.
Due to the latest news of the withdrawal of world No. 1, Carlos Alcaraz, Stefanos gets a higher seed in the upcoming Australian Open. This world No. 4 is likely to get a 3rd seed in the men’s singles draw. Stefanos, now that he has won many Japanese fans’ hearts, is all set for a wonderful season in 2023, starting with the Australian Open.
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