2024 was a thrilling year for tennis, marked by Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz’s meteoric rise and Rafael Nadal’s heart-wrenching retirement. Yet another story captured the fraternity’s attention. It was Jannik Sinner’s relationship with Russian player Anna Kalinskaya. The duo’s romantic display at Flushing Meadows left the fraternity convinced of their love. Despite that, tennis journalist Jon Wertheim has expressed doubts, suggesting Jannik Sinner’s GF is at her own “peril.”

Sinner and Kalinskaya started dating earlier this year. It was the 2024 French Open’s press conference when the Italian ATP star confirmed his relationship with the Russian player. After that, Kalinskaya also made a grand presence during the 2024 US Open cheering for her talented beau. However, before the Cincinnati Open, rumors about their separation started to catch the limelight. When Kalinskaya’s Italian boyfriend clinched the major title in the Flushing Meadows, she kissed him, refuting separation rumors. Wertheim isn’t very convinced.

Attending Andy Roddick’s Served podcast, he said, “And you know, I do this guard at our own peril, but you know, what extent is it going to impact her career being the significant other of the number one player on the men’s tour, I usually am reluctant to sort of talk about relationships, how they intersect with tennis. But, you know, this seems like an extraordinary set of circumstances for any number of reasons, and I wonder how that might impact her 2025,” said Wertheim about Kalinskaya.

On the bright side, Sinner’s companionship with Kalinskaya helped the Russian star to evolve professionally. Last season she reached the final of the WTA Berlin Open. For the first time in her career, the Russian WTA star entered the US Open’s third round and finished the season with rank 14. Following this record, it is evident to say that Kalinskaya has improved a lot and might continue to do so in the 2025 season.

Interestingly, Sinner once revealed that he and Kalinskaya try to support each other’s dreams despite their commitments. Although brief, the Italian player’s statement highlighted that the couple share a positive bond.

Jannik Sinner confirmed supporting his girlfriend while admitting their differences as athletes

Despite dating for months, Sinner and Kalinskaya agreed to keep their life private, not offering many details about their relationship. However, the Russian player’s talented beau revealed a bit during his interview with CCTV5 in Beijing.

Reflecting on their equation, Sinner said, “As tennis players, we are, you know, different. I am different also to other tennis players. But for sure I always try to support her. She also tries to support me, giving some positive energy.”

On the other hand, Kalinskaya previously revealed her inspiration from Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur, highlighting how she wishes to achieve the Briton and her Aussie fiance’s milestone with her talented boyfriend. Kalinskaya’s emotions delighted the fraternity, assuring that her relationship with the ATP number one has a positive influence on her.

Jannik Sinner and Anna Kalinskaya’s relationship has already inspired a generation highlighting how players can separate their professional and personal lives. With Kalinskaya’s support, Sinner clinched his US Open title. Now, it is expected that Sinner’s girlfriend will do the same, taking inspiration from her skilled beau. Do you think Ann Kalinskaya can make it in the 2025 season?