‘I Have Switched to Lebron’- Italian Tennis Star Jannik Sinner Says He Has Never Been to a Pub or a Disco

Being one of the oldest sports, tennis has seen many players take the court and swipe away like the wind. However, out of those many players, there are a handful of them who leave a distinct mark. One such player is Jannik Sinner. Turning pro in 2018, the Italian prodigy rapidly climbed the ladder of success and took just three years to enter the Top 10.

Currently placed at the 10th spot in the World rankings, Sinner is yet to win a title this season. However, his impeccable performance has repeatedly made him reach the later rounds of tournaments. Currently playing at the Croatia Open, the 20-year-old recently opened up about not having visited a disco or a pub ever.

Jannik Sinner credits his family for his growth

Taking time off from his intense Croatia campaign, Sinner recently indulged in a conversation with a media house. During the conversation, the Wimbledon quarterfinalist started by crediting his family for his overall personality.

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“Without the support of the family, all this would have been impossible. They taught me to be a normal and quiet guy. Off the pitch, I don’t do anything. I like go karting, have a barbecue and hang out with friends,” he admitted.

Ever since his professional debut, Sinner has been one of the most focused players on the tour. The result of which has been clearly visible in his records and statistics. Going ahead in the conversation, he further revealed how his family emphasized the need of being a fine person over a fine professional.

“Pub and disco? No, I’ve never been there. I’m not really the type. The family taught me to be a good person first and then a great professional,” he asserted.

Sinner’s new-found love for reading

Despite being an inspiration to many, Sinner has always believed in the concept of idolizing. Scrolling through sports history, who better to idolize legends like footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ski racer Lindsey Vonn, and basket baller LeBron James? Going ahead in the conversation, Sinner opened up about his new-found love for reading this year.

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He said, “I started reading a lot this year: sports books like stories by Ibrahimovic, Lindsey Vonn and now I have switched to LeBron. I especially like after dinner, if I’m tired I fall asleep.”

Reading about such legends, Sinner undoubtedly hopes to walk in their shoes and reach the heights of success that these players have. Coming out as a quarterfinalist at Wimbledon, the youngster hopes to go further at the American swing. Cruising in the first two rounds, the second seeded Sinner is set to take on Spain’s Roberto Carballes Baena in the quarterfinals of the Croatia Open.