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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

After ruling the courts all year long, Jannik Sinner will now step on clay. The Italian set sky-high expectations with dominant performances throughout the season, securing title wins in Melbourne, Rotterdam, and Miami. Waiting to seek his inaugural match at the Monte Carlo Masters, the young champ indulged in a conversation, revealing his thoughts about the city and its connection with the sport.

In a recent press conference ahead of the Monte Carlo Masters, rising star Jannik Sinner explained why Monaco holds a special place in the hearts of tennis players. Sinner, being accustomed to the environment of the place, highlighted the unique elements that make Monaco an ideal destination for tennis professionals.

The Italian expressed, “Monaco is very good for us tennis players. Here, you have great privacy, and you feel safe. Throughout the year, the setup is excellent. There are many gyms on-site, clay courts, and numerous players to practice with. It’s amazing to live here.”

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His statement highlighted the convenience and comfort that Monaco offers to players amidst their busy tournament schedules. Despite spending most of his time traveling for competitions, Sinner revealed that Monaco remains a welcoming haven for him. “I’m here only three-four months because the rest of the time, we travel a lot and play tournaments. But when I come back, I always feel good here,” he added.

As the Italian tennis champ is set to be a part of the action in Monaco soon enough, it still remains to be seen if the comfort and the homely feeling are reflected in his performance on the clay courts.

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Jannik Sinner reveals his ultimate goal for the clay court season

The tennis community is excited to see Jannik Sinner play in a city that remains a comfort zone for him. While everyone is waiting to see what he aims to achieve, the rising star has different plans, as he has decided to save his energy to go full-on for the upcoming tournaments.

“I love to play here, but my expectations are not that high for this beginning on clay,” Sinner said. Revealing his main focus for the clay court season, he added, “The goal is to be ready for Roland Garros and hopefully the Olympics… it’s like that for all players.”

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However, it isn’t just him who is looking forward to clinching the title at Roland Garros. Top-ranked players like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and more have plans to hit hard as well, making it a stage of immense action for the fans.

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