Diego Dedura-Palomero, a 17-year-old rising star in tennis, made headlines with his unconventional celebration after securing his first ATP Tour victory at the BMW Open in Munich. The young German player triumphed over Denis Shapovalov, who retired from the match while trailing 7-6(2), 3-0. This unexpected win marked a significant milestone in Dedura-Palomero’s budding career.
Following the match, Dedura-Palomero celebrated in a manner that caught the attention of fans and media alike. He used his feet to draw a cross on the clay court and then lay down on it with his arms and legs outstretched. When asked about the gesture, Dedura-Palomero explained that it was an expression of gratitude and a dedication to his faith. “I am quite religious, and this was my way of thanking God for this incredible moment,” he shared.
The celebration sparked mixed reactions, with some praising his authenticity and others questioning the appropriateness of such a display. Regardless of the opinions, Dedura-Palomero’s passion and emotion were evident, reflecting the significance of the occasion for the young athlete.
As he prepares for his next match against Zizou Bergs, Dedura-Palomero’s performance and unique personality continue to draw attention. His journey in professional tennis is just beginning, and fans are eager to see how he evolves both on and off the court.
You think he enjoyed that? 😅
Dedura-Palomero is in dreamland on home soil!@BMWOpen500 | #BMWOpen pic.twitter.com/xpAm66Pe8W
— ATP Tour (@atptour) April 15, 2025
Diego Dedura-Palomero in 2025
Currently ranked no.549, the German played his last match on the 15th of April when he had to retire when playing against world no.29 Denis Shapovalov in the 1st round and the scoreline was 7-6(2) 3-0 .
This year Diego has an overall 9-10 record.
