Jannik Sinner is gearing up for a highly anticipated return at the Rome Masters 1000, where Italian fans are set to welcome their national hero with open arms. After a three-month break from competition following an agreement with WADA made official in early February, the 23-year-old remains firmly atop the ATP rankings.
Thanks to inconsistent performances from his closest rivals, Sinner has managed to maintain the No. 1 spot and is now guaranteed to complete a full 52 weeks at the summit—matching tennis legends such as Andre Agassi and surpassing Bjorn Borg in the process.
With the Rome and Hamburg tournaments lined up, Sinner’s sights are firmly set on Roland Garros. Although clay isn’t his favorite surface, his impressive run to the semifinals in Paris last year—where he pushed Carlos Alcaraz to five sets on Court Philippe Chatrier—proves he’s more than capable on red dirt.
Off-Court Spotlight: A New Romance?
During his time away from the tour, Sinner not only focused on training and recovery but also seemed to take time for personal reflection. Following the end of his relationship with fellow tennis pro Anna Kalinskaya, Italian magazine Chi has reported that Sinner is now dating Russian model Lara Leito.
The 31-year-old was reportedly seen with Sinner in Monte Carlo, and she is said to have accompanied him during training sessions at the Monte Carlo Country Club. The two allegedly met during his time away from competition, and Leito could be spotted in Sinner’s box during the upcoming Rome Masters.
Known for his reserved approach to his personal life, Sinner has kept his relationships largely out of the public eye. However, his rise to world No. 1 has naturally intensified media attention.
Despite the spotlight, the three-time Grand Slam champion continues to handle external pressure with maturity and composure as he prepares for one of the most important stretches of the clay-court season.
