World No. 1 Jannik Sinner delivered not just another dominant performance at Wimbledon 2025, but also a viral moment off the court. After cruising past Spain’s Pedro Martinez 6-1, 6-3, 6-1 in the third round, Sinner was asked whether he would be attending the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, a race happening the same weekend as his Wimbledon campaign. His witty reply stole the show.
“No, no, no, no. I have to be focused on this tournament,” Sinner said with a smile, earning laughter from the crowd. He quickly added that while he wouldn’t be physically present at Silverstone, he’d still try to catch parts of the race. “I will manage my practice sessions around the race. I know it’s a three now, and it is Q3 in Formula One. So I might get off and see the last rounds. And yeah, but it’s going to be exciting every week.”
Sinner, a known motorsport enthusiast, acknowledged the timing clash with a humorous twist. “Unfortunately, it’s in the middle of Wimbledon. So I guess till now I couldn’t make it, which is good for me, which means that I’m still here playing,” he said, grinning. His lighthearted take quickly made rounds on social media, with fans loving the balance he strikes between professionalism and personality.
Despite his off-court interests, Sinner has remained laser-focused on his title pursuit. The Italian hasn’t dropped a set so far and continues to look like a strong contender for his first Wimbledon title. His clear mindset, dominant form, and now viral charm are all working in his favor as he heads into the second week.
While he may be missing out on the roar of Formula 1 engines at Silverstone, Jannik Sinner is creating his own fast-paced highlight reel on the grass of SW19.
Wimbledon Bends 148-Year-Old Dress Code Rule To Honour Diogo Jota After Tragic Death
Wimbledon, known for its strict white clothing rule, has made a rare exception to allow players to wear black armbands. This special decision was made to honour footballer Diogo Jota, who sadly passed away in a car accident along with his younger brother, Andre Silva, on July 3, 2025.
Jota was a star forward for Liverpool and a key player for Portugal’s national team. He had recently helped Portugal win the UEFA Nations League and had just gotten married to his longtime partner, Rute Cardoso. He leaves behind three young children.
As a sign of respect, Wimbledon is letting players to wear black armbands during their matches. This is a big change, as Wimbledon has followed a strict dress code since 1877.
Many famous athletes, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal, paid tribute to Jota. Even Real Madrid held a moment of silence for him. This kind gesture by Wimbledon shows that, even in the world of sport, humanity and compassion matter most.
