The Sinner Secret: “I sleep 10 hours a day”

What makes Jannik Sinner so strong on the court is well known: his mental strength, his shots, his physical condition. Off the court, the 23-year-old also has a special ability. He sleeps ten hours a day, he said on Saturday after his third-round match at the Australian Open.

18 January 2025

From: leo

As a four-time Grand Slam winner, Jim Courier is not only a living tennis legend, but has also been one of the most popular commentators and interviewers for years. On Saturday, the 54-year-old once again lived up to his reputation when he spoke to Sinner after his victory over Marcos Giron had a very entertaining conversation that was not only about tennis.

"I'm happy to be in the round of 16. He served very well today and I had a bit of trouble returning," Sinner said. "There are definitely things I can improve for the next match. I know I have to raise my level." When asked about the many variations Sinner used that day, the South Tyrolean replied with a grin: "My success rate at the net wasn't very good today. But every day is different. Sometimes I have a good feeling with one shot, other times with another. The most important thing is to always be fully there with your head."

Courier is amazed, the fans laugh

After the match analysis, Courier asked how the Sextner prepares for a match. "I have no doubt that I can sleep 10 hours a day," said Sinner. "Enjoy it while you still can," replied Courier. "That's what everyone tells me," grinned Sinner, who also takes a half-hour nap before the match.

Jannik Sinner beat Marcos Giron. © APA/afp / WILLIAM WEST

"The hope is to wake up when it counts." He arrived at Melbourne Park four and a half hours before the match and did not leave the grounds until two hours after it ended. "Ice bath, press conference, then back to the hotel and off to bed," Sinner concluded this amusing interview, which also caused laughter in the Rod Laver Arena.

Schlagwörter: Tennis Australian Open Jannik Sinner Melbourne Jim Courier