Compared to 2008, social media usage has increased significantly, Ana Ivanovic tells Jannik Sinner in regards to adjusting to his newfound prominence.
Ana Ivanovic has given Jannik Sinner wise counsel on how to handle notoriety. Although the Italian has been ranked in the top 10 since 2021, his notoriety has increased significantly after he emerged victorious at the Australian Open in 2024.
Sinner had a terrible start to his farewell match at the Australian Open in 2024. Daniil Medvedev, a Russian, outwitted the Italian in the first two sets. But in the third set, Sinner upped his game and finally defeated Medvedev to capture his maiden Grand Slam victory.
Currently, the Italian tennis player has the fifth-highest Instagram following. His Instagram following grew to an astounding 2.4 million following his victory at the Australian Open.Sinner also met the Italian Prime Minister and received congratulations from the Pope.
Ana Ivanovic, the former world number one in the WTA, understands Sinner’s situation as she gained instant notoriety after winning the 2008 French Open.
Ivanovic discussed how social media has altered the idea of celebrity in contrast to her days at the top of the tennis world in an interview with Ubitennis.
Compared to 2008, this is a different moment with a lot more assent on social media, she remarked.
Ivanovic also clarified Sinner’s obligations about how to handle notoriety.
I believe that the most crucial thing is to adhere to his training and route, which I’m confident he is already doing. She continued, He can concentrate on his objectives and rhythm because he has a strong staff and support system in place.
Jannik Sinner is scheduled to participate in a prominent exhibition competition in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia will host the Six Kings Slam, an exhibition competition, in October 2024. Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Holger Rune are among the confirmed players.
The competition is scheduled to take place during Riyadh Season, an entertainment and cultural event supported by the Saudi Arabian government.
Sinner’s invitation to the ‘6 Kings Slam’ is more evidence of the Italian’s quick ascent after his success at the Australian Open. October is usually a hectic month for ATP players, so it’s unclear exactly when the exhibition will take place.
This year’s Paris and Shanghai Masters are both slated for October. Moreover, participation in both events is required.
