Cinà seeks maturity in 2026: "I hope to grow in many ways"

Andrés Tomás Rico | 2 Jan 2026 | 17.00

Cinà seeks maturity in 2026: "I hope to grow in many ways". Photo: Getty Images

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While all eyes in Italy are on Jannik Sinner, Lorenzo Musetti, and the Italian Davis Cup team, Federico Cinà works silently. The 18-year-old has had a 2025 where he experienced his first moments on the circuit, including his first victories in Masters 1000, climbing from 521st to 236th in the ATP rankings.

After his first year as a professional tennis player, Federico Cinà aims to continue growing in gameplay, results, and ranking steadily. To achieve this, he is working diligently with his father and coach Francesco Cinà, who was a coach for Roberta Vinci.

Now that 2025 has come to a close, the Italian looks back on the best moments of a year he will never forget, while looking optimistically and determinedly towards 2025 with a clear goal: breaking into the Top 100. This was confirmed in an interview with Sky Sports.

Federico Cinà has clear objectives for 2026

"I did not expect to reach the US Open qualifying last year. It was not a season goal, but I am happy that I achieved it. I am even happier to start 2026 in Australia, the initial goal I set a year ago. This season, I feel better, especially physically, although I am also working hard on my technique, serve, and forehand."

Victory in his first Masters 1000 in Miami

"I started the year a bit later, playing a tournament in Egypt in February. Before the semifinal, I received confirmation of the invitation to Miami. There was a slight difference. After that, I went to Greece, where I reached my first Challenger final, and then straight to Miami. I played the day after I arrived: it was very tough, but I am happy to have won that match with Comesaña. It was a truly wonderful feeling."

He succumbed to Grigor Dimitrov in the second round

"It was an incredible experience because Dimitrov is one of the players I admire the most; I have been following him since I was a child. At first, I was very tense and struggled. But in the second set, I played more relaxed and enjoyed it. I could have entered the court with more calmness, but it was tough."

He disregards comparisons with Jannik Sinner

"Seeing my name linked to Sinner's is always pleasant and nice to see, but I try not to give too much importance to these things: everyone has their own path, I was and am calm. The path is very long, and nothing has changed."

He received the support of his compatriots at the Rome Masters 1000

"It was a wonderful experience; it was a dream to play in Rome. I expected a large crowd, but perhaps not that big. Even in the week before the tournament, I felt a lot of affection from the fans and was delighted to feel so loved. The affection of the fans is a driving force that helps me and I believe will help me in the coming years."

Struggles in the second half of the season

"After a very good first half of the season, you always want more, but you can't always be at your best. In the second half of the year, after Rome, I reached another Challenger final; after the US Open, I lost more matches, and I didn't feel very good physically. I was mentally exhausted because I had played a lot. It is not easy to stay on top of things all year; it is something I need to improve on. Nothing is given to you for free; you have to earn it and win against everyone."

Excited to put into practice what he has learned in recent months

"I would like to see the results of the work I have done in recent weeks, to try and feel better on the court. The Australian Open will be the first tournament of the year, so I cannot have too high expectations. I will try to do my best, but even if things do not go well, I have the whole season ahead. I hope to put into practice what I have done in the last few months and mature. I hope to grow a lot in many ways and hopefully, this will be the right year. I would be very happy if I make it to the main draw of the 2027 Australian Open, because my goal is to break into the top 100," said Federico Cinà, who will need to be closely followed in this 2026.

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