Bill Gates, the world-renowned tech mogul, recently shared his admiration for tennis star Jannik Sinner during an interview on the Italian show ‘Che Tempo Che Fa.’ Gates, a longtime tennis fan, expressed that among the new generation of players, Sinner stands out as his favorite. He praised the 23-year-old Italian for his calm demeanor and positive attitude, even under pressure.
Sinner has had an impressive run over the past year, winning more than 70 matches and securing his third Grand Slam title by defending his Australian Open championship. Gates highlighted Sinner’s exceptional control on the court and his ability to maintain composure, especially during the doping case that hit him in spring 2024.
Gates’ admiration for Sinner is not just about his tennis skills but also his sportsmanship and humility. The billionaire has been seen at several tennis tournaments, including Indian Wells, and has partnered with other tennis legends like Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer for charity events.
He said: “Among the players of the new generation he is my favorite, I like him. He is always so calm, he has a very positive attitude in all situations. Thanks to the results he has achieved in the last year, he has become a star.”
Sinner’s recent decision to skip the Rotterdam Open to recharge after his Australian Open victory and his upcoming participation in the Qatar Open in Doha further demonstrate his strategic approach to his career. Gates’ endorsement of Sinner underscores the impact the young player has had on the tennis world and beyond.
With his consistent performance and positive attitude, Jannik Sinner continues to earn respect and admiration from fans and legends alike, including Bill Gates.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Now ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 26th of January when he overcame world no.2 Alexander Zverev 6-3 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final of the Australian Open to win his 20th career title.
This year Sinner owns an overall 7-0 match record. This year, Sinner conquered 1 tournament at the Australian Open.
He is also scheduled to play in Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) on the 17th of February and Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open) on the 3rd of March.