Jannik Sinner continues to advance steadily in the ATP Masters 1000 Rome 2026, and after securing his spot in the round of 16, he gave one of his most personal and reflective interviews on Tennis Channel. Beyond analyzing his tennis, the world number one spoke about the pressure of playing at home, the support of fans, and how he manages himself physically and mentally in an increasingly demanding season.
The Italian also explained how he emotionally confronts the most special tournament in his calendar, acknowledged the impact of everything surrounding him, and humbly recalled his origins in a small town in northern Italy. Between jokes about the aerial show in Rome and deeper reflections on fame and responsibility, Sinner once again displayed the serenity that has made him one of the great figures in world sports.
"There are more people here than there are in the town where I am from." 😂
Jannik Sinner appreciates the passionate Italian fans in Roma 🤌 #IBI26 pic.twitter.com/HOQbfTxUTo
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) May 11, 2026
This was the most interesting part of what Sinner said in his interview in Rome with TennisChannel
The differences between Madrid and Rome
"It's hard to say which conditions favor me more. Here, you can control exchanges a bit better because the points tend to be longer, and the conditions are slower and heavier. In Madrid, if someone serves very well, they have a huge advantage. Everything is different here. The early rounds are always tough, and now we just try to keep doing things right to see what happens in the following rounds."
The scare with military planes in Rome
"It was fun, but I also got a little scared because I didn't expect it. You're inside, and suddenly you hear a very loud noise. These planes are very noisy, and I thought they were flying very low. Then they told me they were rehearsing for tomorrow and that they will do the show with the colors of Italy. It's going to be very nice."
Not much scares Jannik Sinner...
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) May 11, 2026
Except the Tricolori flyover 🇮🇹🛩️😂 pic.twitter.com/FhY3saOc0k
What it means to play in Rome as an Italian
"It's a tournament I've never won, and it's a very prestigious event. Being Italian, I am extremely happy to play here. Right now, it's a win-win situation for me. If I continue to advance, fantastic. And if I lose, I'll also have more time to recover before Roland Garros. That's why I'm a little more relaxed. There are so many fans here who come to watch me, Flavio, Lorenzo, and all the Italians still in the draw. We try to give them something positive in return."

The frenzy he experiences with Italian fans
"It's truly impressive. I always think about where I come from. I'm from a very small town, and under the tournament bridge, there are more people waiting than my city has inhabitants. It's incredible. And it's not just about me. We have a fantastic group of Italian players, and we want to convey something positive. Tennis in Italy is growing a lot, and you can feel the passion of the people. The fans support me a lot when things go well, but also when they go wrong. They always show why they are your followers, and I'm very happy to be part of this movement."
The pressure, mental fatigue, and his responsibility as a world figure
"I know perfectly well the responsibility I have as a player. All this happening around me is natural. In fact, I think it's a good thing. If I didn't have it, perhaps it would mean things aren't going well. After Madrid, I had three completely free days. No gym, no tennis. That helped me a lot to recharge my batteries."
"I'm very happy to be back on the court, and I just try to do my best. It doesn't matter if people come to support me or if opponents want to beat me. I simply try to be prepared and fight always."
Jannik Sinner keeps advancing in Rome as the great benchmark of Italian tennis and one of the most admired figures on the ATP circuit. His maturity in handling pressure, emotional connection with fans, and the ease with which he talks about his life off the court further enhance the dimension of a player who continues to grow both on and off the tennis court.
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