Jannik Sinner says ‘incredible’ ATP player who is his good friend has become one of the best players in the world now

Sinner is the top seed at the 2025 Italian Open, having retained his world number one ranking despite his three-month ban.

Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz occupy second and third respectively in the ATP Tour rankings, with the duo also taking on the Italian Open.

All three players have been handed a bye in round one of the ATP Masters 1000 event, which takes place in Rome.

Jiri Lehecka was confirmed as Sinner’s first practice partner at the tournament, but his preparations started previously with another ATP player.