Greek tennis sensation Stefanos Tsitsipas continues to exemplify not only prowess on the court but also a heartwarming spirit of generosity off it. Amidst his quest for victory at the 2024 Mexican Open in Acapulco, Tsitsipas took a poignant moment to connect with the beneficiaries of the Construyendo Association, an NGO to which he had previously donated funds for hurricane relief.
Tsitsipas, currently ranked World No. 12, pledged to donate one thousand dollars for every ace he scored during the tournament. In his opening match, he faced Roman Safiullin, triumphing with a score of 6-3, 6-4 while delivering five aces. The following round saw him conquer Italy’s Flavio Cobolli with a 6-3, 7-6 (6) victory, once again tallying five aces. Thus far, his performance has not only advanced his position in the tournament but also contributed ten thousand dollars towards hurricane relief efforts.
A heartwarming video surfaced on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) capturing Tsitsipas engaging with the beneficiaries of the NGO. In the footage, the tennis star is seen signing their T-shirts and caps, as well as posing for photographs, emanating warmth and compassion towards those impacted by natural disasters.
The video was accompanied by a heartfelt caption: “This so lovely. Stefanos Tsitsipas (after his match win today) meets with the people belonging to the organization Stef is donating Hurricane Relief money to 😍🙏❤️🩹❤️😭 Tsitsipas already hit 10 aces in 2 matches so far & donated $10,000 in Acapulco, Mexico. February 28, 2024”
This so lovely. Stefanos Tsitsipas (after his match win today) meets with the people belonging to the organizatization Stef is donating Hurricane Relief money to 😍🙏❤️🩹❤️😭
Tsitsipas already hit 10 aces in 2 matches so far & donated $10,000 in Acapulco, Mexico. February 28, 2024… https://t.co/zb5WR6IvCA— LavanyaSingerDinesh🌺 (@LavanyaVocalNEW) February 29, 2024
As Tsitsipas prepares to face Australia’s Alex de Minaur in the quarterfinals on Friday, March 1st, his actions both on and off the court serve as a reminder of the power of sport to unite communities and bring about positive change. With his philanthropic gestures, Tsitsipas not only inspires admiration for his athletic prowess but also for his compassionate spirit, making a meaningful impact beyond the confines of the tennis court.
Stefanos Tsitsipas in 2024
Now the world no.12, Stefanos played his last match on the 29th of February when he was overcome by world no.9 Alex De Minaur 1-6 6-3 6-3 in the quarter in Acapulco (draw).
At the moment, during this season Tsitsipas has achieved a 9-4 win-loss record. Stefanos Tsitsipas’s most significant performance of the current season was reaching the semifinal in Los Cabos.
Tsitsipas has scheduled to compete next in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 4th of March.
Stefanos Tsitsipas |
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