Jannik Sinner’s mother Siglinde makes honest admission after leaving Italian Open stadium amid son’s struggles
**Jannik Sinner’s Mother Siglinde’s Honest Admission After Leaving Italian Open Stadium**
Siglinde Sinner, mother of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, made a candid revelation after leaving the Foro Italico stadium during her son’s semifinal match against Tommy Paul at the Italian Open on May 16, 2025. As reported by motorcyclesports.net and amplified by X posts, Siglinde admitted she rarely watches Jannik’s matches live due to overwhelming anxiety, preferring the comfort of watching on TV. “I never follow Jannik’s matches [live], too much tension,” she told a reporter, per @JannikSinner_Up. After Jannik lost the first set 1-6, Siglinde exited the stands, saying, “I’m making a walk near the Tevere River… I don’t even think about going back,” emphasizing her peace with the outcome regardless of the result.
This admission came amid Jannik’s challenging match, where he battled a foot blister and a slow start, eventually winning 1-6, 6-0, 6-3 to reach the final against Carlos Alcaraz. Siglinde’s departure sparked amusement and empathy among fans, with @TennisWorldit noting her emotional struggle touched the tennis community. One Italian fan on X, cited by Sportskeeda, humorously remarked, “Luckily Jannik takes after his father,” contrasting Siglinde’s anxiety with Hanspeter Sinner’s calm demeanor in the player’s box. Another fan referenced Jannik’s past comment that his mother avoids live matches due to nerves, per @Tennis_Ita.
Siglinde’s actions highlight the personal toll of Jannik’s high-stakes career, especially after his return from a three-month doping ban. Her rare presence at matches—she stayed for the 2024 ATP Finals in Turin, where she teared up during Jannik’s World No. 1 trophy ceremony, per Sportskeeda—underscores her deep pride but also her struggle with the intensity of his journey. X posts, like @fanpage, praised her honesty, with fans relating to her as a mother torn between support and stress.
Jannik, aware of his mother’s tendencies, has often credited his parents’ sacrifices, noting in a 2024 Australian Open interview their freedom in letting him choose tennis over skiing. Siglinde’s admission, coupled with her brief exit, paints a humanizing picture of a family navigating global stardom, with fans on X calling it a “heartfelt” glimpse into their bond
