Jannik Sinner participates in a wheelchair tennis session with Alfie Hewett, the world’s top wheelchair tennis player in both singles and doubles, and a 26-time Grand Slam champion. Alfie shares his experiences as a professional wheelchair tennis player, including their tour and being part of the Grand Slam circuit. He sees the upcoming Miami wheelchair tennis exhibition as an opportunity to showcase the sport and inspire more people to watch. Jannik expresses admiration for Alfie’s achievements despite his own challenging year.
They discuss the differences in playing wheelchair tennis, such as using a chair for mobility and the two bounces allowed. Jannik faces difficulties but is inspired by Alfie’s skill and determination. The event provides a significant platform for wheelchair tennis, with the potential to inspire young disabled kids and adults to take up the sport and positively impact their lives.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Ranked world no.
3 (career-high), the Italian played his last match on the 29th of March when he defeated world no.4 Daniil Medvedev 6-1 6-2 in the semifinal in Miami (draw).Presently, during this year the Italian owns a compiled 21-1 record. Sinner has won 2 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open and Rotterdam.
Sinner has scheduled to play next in Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters (Monte–Carlo). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 7th of April.