A fan unexpectedly approached Jannik Sinner on court after his win over Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, sparking concern over delayed security response. Sinner remained calm and engaged in brief conversation before the individual was escorted away.
Unplanned Encounter After Victory
Jannik Sinner had just wrapped up a convincing win over Stefanos Tsitsipas when an uninvited fan made their way onto the court. The individual approached Sinner directly, reportedly poking him on the chest and engaging in conversation. Sinner, composed and smiling, chatted briefly with the fan before security intervened.
“We’re here to enjoy. To bring tennis here,” Sinner had said earlier in the evening.
Security Response Raises Questions
The incident drew attention not only for its unusual nature but for the slow reaction from event security. The fan remained on court for several moments before being removed, prompting criticism from viewers and commentators about the adequacy of player protection.
According to reports, the fan made a bold request and lingered near Sinner before being ushered away. While no harm was done, the delay in response has led to renewed scrutiny of safety protocols at high-profile sporting events.
Exhibition Atmosphere Meets Real Concerns
The Six Kings Slam is designed as a showcase of elite tennis talent, featuring six top players and offering substantial appearance fees. While the atmosphere is celebratory and informal, the unexpected intrusion served as a reminder that even exhibition matches require robust security measures.
Sinner Stays Focused
Despite the disruption, Sinner remained unfazed and continued to engage with fans and media. His calm demeanor during the incident highlighted his maturity and growing stature in the sport. The Italian star now prepares to face Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals, with the spotlight firmly on both his performance and the event’s handling of player safety.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Ranked no.2, Jannik played his last match on the 5th of October when he had to retire when playing against world no.27 Tallon Griekspoor in the 3rd round and the scoreline was 6-7(3) 7-5 3-2 .
Until now, during this year the Italian has managed to achieve a composed 43-6 record. The Italian has won 3 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Jannik reached the final in Rome, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
He is also scheduled to play in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters) after Vienna. The main draw will start on the 20th of October.