Jannik Sinner has opened up on his conversation with Prince George and Princess Charlotte following his sensational Wimbledon triumph on Sunday.
The world No 1 secured victory with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 win over Carlos Alcaraz, who had beaten him in the final of the French Open just weeks previously.
Sinner was jubilant after his win, with the tennis star proceeding to meet both George and Charlotte.
In a sweet exchange, the tennis star signed balls for the pair - as well as one for Prince Louis, who was absent from the occasion.
Jannik Sinner has opened up on his conversation with Prince George and Princess Charlotte following his sensational Wimbledon triumph on Sunday
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Following his victory, Sinner was asked about meeting the two youngsters.
In his post-match press conference, the Italian revealed he asked them whether they played tennis, as well as what type of rackets they use.
“In the beginning, I didn't know what to say,” admitted the 23-year-old.
“It's difficult to understand, you know, how you can talk. I always try to talk very natural.
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“I asked the kids if they play tennis and asked them what kind of rackets they play with, these kind of things.
“It was amazing. I believe for us tennis players, it's so nice to have them watching us because it makes it even more special.
“You see how much they care about tennis and the sport itself. It's very prestigious. I've been lucky to meet her and the whole family, and it was a very nice moment.”
It wasn't just the British royals that were in attendance on Sunday.
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A special gift from the new #Wimbledon Champion to Their Royal Highnesses Prince George and Princess Charlotte 😁 pic.twitter.com/GQasAeaj5R
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 13, 2025
The King of Spain, Felipe VI, watched compatriot Alcaraz suffer the first Grand Slam final defeat of his career.
The Spaniard, after seeing the royal in the stands, said: "I don't want to leave without saying, I just have to say thank you, you know, to the King of Spain [for] coming here for support.
"For me, it's just an honor having you in the stands supporting, flying here to watch the final.
"So I'm just really grateful. And thank you very much for coming."
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For Sinner, the victory means the world.
His defeat to Alcaraz at the French Open was troubling for the world No 1 given he'd been two sets up before his rival came roaring back.
Sinner admitted that while he wouldn't be bursting into tears, the triumph meant everything to him.
Jannik Sinner beamed as he met Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Wimbledon
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“Even if I don't cry, it feels emotional because only me and the people who are close to me know exactly what we have been through on and off the court," he said.
“It has been everything except easy. We've tried to push every practice session, even if I was struggling at times mentally.
“Maybe even more in practice sessions because I feel like when I play the match, I can switch off and just play. I believe that this helped me a lot.”