Jannik Sinner Crowned Wimbledon Champion as Sonego Declares Him ‘Best in the World’

SME News UK. LONDON – Jannik Sinner made history on Sunday, becoming the first Italian ever to win the Wimbledon men’s singles title, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a commanding four-set performance: 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4. The victory marked a stunning reversal from last month’s French Open final, where Alcaraz bested Sinner in five sets.Sinner’s compatriot and fellow ATP pro Lorenzo Sonego was among the first to praise the 22-year-old’s breakthrough triumph, hailing the moment as monumental not just for Sinner, but for Italian tennis as a whole.> “It was a great moment for all of us Italians,” Sonego told *Tuttosport*. “We’ve trained together often, and we’ve played doubles many times. I knew Jannik was desperate to bounce back after Roland Garros, and he wasted no time. He confirmed he’s the best player in the world — especially mentally.”Sinner, now World No. 1, showcased unwavering composure and tactical brilliance against the defending champion. Despite dropping the opening set, he rebounded with exceptional poise and seized the momentum early in the second.> “He was courageous in the most crucial moments,” Sonego added. “He hit second serves that completely disarmed Alcaraz. He gradually took away the confidence of a two-time Wimbledon champion and won with total merit.”Sonego emphasized that Sinner’s cool-headed resilience and fearless shot-making were the hallmarks of a true champion. The win not only served as personal redemption for Sinner but also sent a resounding message about the strength of Italian tennis on the global stage.> “His emotion was also ours, mine specifically, when I think of all the fans who had never seen an Italian triumph at Wimbledon. It will be a huge motivation for all of us and for the entire Italian tennis movement.”While Sinner reached new heights, Sonego also found reasons for optimism despite his fourth-round exit at the hands of American Ben Shelton. The Italian climbed back into the ATP top 40 and battled through a grueling five-set match against Brandon Nakashima in the earlier rounds.> “These were fantastic days at the All England Club,” he said. “I felt good both technically and physically. I’m proud of how I fought and how my body held up after a marathon match.”Sonego also reflected on one of the tournament’s most emotional moments — Grigor Dimitrov’s injury retirement during his quarter-final clash against Sinner.> “The worst moment was seeing Dimitrov end the match in tears. He reaffirmed his great talent, and his retirement was very emotional.”As Sinner’s star continues to rise, Italian tennis appears poised for a new golden era — led by a Wimbledon champion who now stands, as many believe, at the very top of the sport.