Jannik Sinner continues to surprise, but this time not for a winning right or an epic comeback on the field. The young South Tyrolean champion, today among the most loved protagonists of world tennis, has decided to use his fame and resources to create a real change in society, officially announcing the birth of his charity foundation dedicated to the well -being of children in difficulty all over the world.
In a press conference held in Milan, Sinner appeared visibly excited as he told the reasons that prompted him to take this path. “All children deserve to be happy,” he said in a sincere voice, while hundreds of journalists and fans listened to him in religious silence. “Tennis has given me a lot, now it’s my turn to return something.”
The organization, symbolically called “Happy Futures”, has the aim of intervening in areas affected by poverty, conflicts or health emergencies, guaranteeing access to education, medical care, food and above all a safe environment where children can grow with dignity. The Foundation will work in collaboration with other international realities already active on the field and will soon launch the first pilot project in South America.
The news immediately went around the world, and on social media the messages of esteem and affection rained from every corner of the planet. “Jannik is not just the future of tennis, it’s the future of humanity,” wrote a fan on Twitter. “In a world full of selfishness, there is still room for gestures like this.”
But what struck most of all was the way Sinner spoke of the children: with shiny eyes, he told a personal episode that scored him during a tournament in Asia, when he saw a group of children live in extreme conditions next to the luxury hotels of tennis players. “I felt guilty,” he admitted. “And I promised myself that one day I would do something.”
At 23, Sinner kept that promise, showing that true size is not measured only with trophies. His gesture also received the applause of colleagues and legends of tennis, including Roger Federer, who sent a personal message saying: “I am proud to see young athletes use their voice for something so important. Bravo Jannik.”
In a world of sport often dominated by scandals, rivalry and business, the step taken by Sinner represents a breath of fresh air. It is not an image operation or a strategic move: it is a human, pure act that reflects the values with which the Italian champion has grown.
While the ATP circuit continues and Sinner is preparing for the next tournaments with the usual determination, his charity initiative already begins to be paid the first, with thousands of donations arrived in less than 24 hours. But for him, all this is only the beginning.
“I don’t want to be remembered only for the games won,” he said. “I want to be remembered for the lives that I helped to change.”
And with this statement, Jannik Sinner really won his most important match.
