A Divine Serve: Pope Leo XIV’s Tennis Connection with Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner expresses approval that Pope Leo XIV, the new American pope, is a tennis enthusiast. During a meeting, Leo jovially declined a game with Sinner, referencing the player's last name. Sinner commented on the pope's interest in tennis, noting its positive impact on the sport.
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Jannik Sinner, the renowned tennis player, has welcomed the news that Pope Leo XIV, the newly appointed American pontiff, is a tennis enthusiast. Sinner commented positively on this development, stating that having a pope who enjoys tennis is beneficial for the sport.
During a recent meeting with international media, Pope Leo engaged in light-hearted banter about playing doubles or organizing a charity match. However, he quipped that he would avoid inviting Sinner, pointing to the playful connotations of Sinner's surname.
When asked about the pope's remarks in a post-match news conference, following his victory over Jesper De Jong at the Italian Open, Sinner was humorously hesitant. He acknowledged the pope's childhood passion for tennis and remained hopeful about a possible future rally session with him.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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