Sinner heads to Italy after 'Davis case': "I accept all criticism"

Carlos Navarro | 23 Oct 2025 | 08.00

Sinner defended himself from the criticisms coming from Italy with great maturity. Source: Getty

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Jannik Sinner debuted with ease and confidence in an ATP Vienna 2025, where he stands out as the top favorite for the title. His victory over Altmaier is now behind him, and today a new day begins where he will face a new opponent. However, what does not seem to diminish is the controversy following his withdrawal from the 2025 Davis Cup Finals, to be held in Bologna, in his home country, which has stirred up a storm in Italian society.

Times like these truly put into context and highlight the magnitude of Jannik Sinner's figure in Italy. Accusations of being a "traitor to the homeland" by even legends of tennis from his own country, demands from consumer associations to strip him of all honors... Meanwhile, someone who observes it all from ATP Vienna 2025. Jannik knew that his decision would be a topic of conversation throughout the week, and he faced it with the maturity that characterizes him in words to Sky Italia as reported by Ubitennis.

"All I can say is that I accept all criticism. I have already spoken extensively on this matter and have nothing more to add", stated San Candido's own with a smile, an elegant response to the exaggerated criticisms that have piled up on a guy who has already led his country to two consecutive Davis Cup victories without losing a single match, whether in singles or doubles, over three years.

That's why Jannik prefers to focus on the positive aspects that a tournament like Vienna can offer him, a tournament he knows firsthand and has a special relationship with that perhaps not everyone is aware of. "Vienna is a beautiful city, I love the tournament. My family is here, and soon some friends will come. Indoor tournaments have always been special to me. I have very special memories of this tournament: five years ago, I received a wild card, and two years ago, I played at a very high level of tennis here. This tournament is very important to me, and at the end of the year, every event matters: they are important points that help you for the following year", concluded a Sinner who does not ease up even in the final stretch of the season.

Jannik Sinner confirmed that he will play the Paris Masters 1000 and discussed what his latest victory over Carlos Alcaraz means to him.

Another key point of interest regarding the Italian concerns his participation in the ATP Rolex Paris Masters 2025, which was questioned by some Italian media a couple of weeks ago. The young player dispelled any doubts and confirmed that he would be competing in the final Masters 1000 of the year: "After Vienna, I will play in Paris, yes. I still have three tournaments left before the end of the season, so it's time to give that last push, affirmed Jannik.

Lastly, Sinner was also questioned about his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz, specifically his recent victory over the Spaniard in the Six Kings Slam final. Despite it being an exhibition tournament, the Italian does not want to diminish the merit and significance: "I am satisfied not only with the result but with the level I showed. It wasn't a Grand Slam final, but every match against Carlos is very tough. We have worked a lot on my serve, and it worked very well in Riyadh, so we are trying to replicate those same sensations here, with combinations we are practicing in training. The more we can repeat certain situations, the better: I am happy with how I am feeling in terms of tennis". A clear warning to the rest of the circuit as Jannik aims to make a statement in the final stretch of 2025.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sinner se dirige a Italia tras el "caso Davis": "Acepto todas las críticas"