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The excitement levels of the fans are up in the sky as Jannik Sinner stands in a showdown against Grigor Dimitrov. While the ongoing Miami Open is no longer limited to just the tennis action as sporting legends and celebrities are continuously gracing the arena with their presence, a surprise was quite obvious for the final matchday.

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As everyone was eager to find out which face would be on the big screen today, it turned out to be none other than the fans’ favorite singer Shakira. While her presence in the box was just not enough of a surprise, she was also seen interacting with a cute little fan, who approached her in an Argentinian soccer jersey.

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Shakira, who always stays grounded and embraces her fans, did the same and indulged in a conversation with him. With deep involvement in the world of sports ever since the world got to know about her talent, the Columbian singer has made several appearances in memorable tennis events as well.

Looking back to the Wimbledon finals last year, Shakira added a punch of excitement to her vacation by adding it to her list. As Carlos Alcaraz took on Daniil Medvedev in a classy showdown, the Columbian became a part of the amazing audience along with her friends.

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This fanboy moment at the Hard Rock Stadium not only showcased her adorable nature but also added another event to her tennis interactions. As the match ended on an expected note with Jannik Sinner securing a massive straight-set victory, he not only earned the title but also a globally renowned fan.

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Shakira’s ‘gypsy’ connection with Rafael Nadal

Showing up randomly at tennis events is not the only connection that Shakira has with the tennis world. Besides that, the Columbian is also remembered for a music video that featured none other than Rafael Nadal.

Released back in 2010, Shakira’s famous track ‘gypsy’ created headlines not only for her fans but also for loyal tennis fans. While the video also led to rumors of a speculated relationship between the two, all of it mostly remained under the curtains and is still discussed among the fans.

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As tennis fever continues to have a place in Shakira’s interest box, fans can surely expect more and more such moments of her stepping onto the courts during crucial matches.

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