World No. 1 Jannik Sinner commenced his French Open campaign with a straight-sets victory over France's Arthur Rinderknech, winning 6-4, 6-3, 7-5. Following the match, Sinner expressed gratitude to Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who was present in the stands to support him. In his on-court interview, Sinner referred to Donnarumma as the "best goalkeeper," highlighting their close friendship.
Sinner and Donnarumma share a strong bond, often engaging in activities like playing Call of Duty together. Their mutual support was evident when Donnarumma celebrated Sinner's Australian Open victory earlier this year from the PSG training ground, sharing his excitement on social media.
The camaraderie between these two Italian sports stars underscores the unity and mutual respect among athletes across different disciplines.
'Now That You Have A Proper Coach': Novak Djokovic Reflects On Andy Murray's Reaction To Geneva Triumph Following Coaching Split; Video
Novak Djokovic recently shared insights into a lighthearted exchange with former coach Andy Murray, following his victory at the Geneva Open. The Serbian tennis star clinched his 100th tour-level singles title by defeating Hubert Hurkacz in a three-set final, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career.
In a conversation ahead of Rafael Nadal's honorary ceremony at the 2025 French Open, Murray jokingly remarked to Djokovic, "Now that you have a proper coach, you're winning tournaments." Djokovic, however, emphasized that he didn't take the comment as a jest, expressing profound respect for Murray's contributions during their coaching partnership.
The duo's coaching collaboration began in late 2024 and saw Djokovic reach the semifinals of the Australian Open and finish as runner-up at the Miami Open. Despite some setbacks, including early exits at the Monte Carlo and Madrid Masters, Djokovic acknowledged the positive impact Murray had on his game.
Despite the end of their professional partnership, Djokovic and Murray continue to share a strong personal bond, reflecting the deep mutual respect forged over years of competition and collaboration.
