Jasmine Paolini denies Jannik Sinner and attacks Roland Garros CEO for boycott and indifference

Paris, Roland Garros 2025   – The atmosphere at Roland Garros is heating up not only because of the on-court challenges, but also because of the tensions off it. In an interview that has gone around the world, Italian tennis player   Jasmine Paolini   made   harsh statements against the executive director of the Parisian tournament  , accusing him of toxically boycotting   Jannik Sinner  , the current   world number 1  .

His words have sparked a wave of reactions in the tennis world, focusing on the mental health of athletes and the organizers’ apparent indifference to their psychological well-being.

The accusations: “You’re ignoring Sinner’s mental breakdown.”

In the post-match press conference, Jasmine Paolini was blunt:
“I feel I need to speak up. They’re making Jannik out to be the problem, but he’s not to blame for anything. He’s world No. 1, he’s giving his all. The way he’s being treated by some media outlets and tournament management is toxic and unfair. The Roland Garros CEO is completely ignoring his mental state.”

According to Paolini, the pressure exerted on Sinner in recent weeks, combined with the lack of support from tournament organizers, has   exacerbated a delicate phase for the South Tyrolean tennis player  , who has shown signs of stress and emotional tension during his recent outings.

A defense that moves the fans

Paolini’s remarks went viral within hours. On X (formerly Twitter), hashtags like   #IStandWithSinner  ,   #PaoliniDiceLaVerità   , and   #MentalHealthMatters   dominated the trending topics, garnering support not only from Italian fans but also from numerous international enthusiasts and athletes.

Many users praised Jasmine Paolini’s courage, calling her   a necessary voice at a time when tennis needs humanity as well as performance.

The silence of Roland Garros

To date, Roland Garros has not issued any official statement regarding Paolini’s accusations. The silence from tournament officials has further fueled the controversy, with many calling for transparency and a greater commitment to the mental well-being of athletes.

Other players, including Carlos Alcaraz and Ons Jabeur, also expressed their solidarity with Sinner and agreed on the need for a cultural shift in the way tennis manages the mental health of its players.

Jasmine Paolini has brought to light an uncomfortable truth:   even champions need support, respect, and humanity.   Her words are a wake-up call that the tennis world can no longer ignore. In an era where mental health is finally at the center of the sporting conversation,   standing up for those at the top is not only an act of courage, but also of justice.