Jannik Sinner, Italy’s highest-ranked tennis player in history, has found love with fellow tennis professional, Anna Kalinskaya. Their relationship is built on a shared passion for the sport and a desire to maintain privacy in their personal lives.
Kalinskaya, three years older than Sinner, was born in Moscow, Russia, and, like Sinner, has carved out an impressive tennis career. As of September 2024, she was ranked No. 14 in singles by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). The couple, while keeping much of their relationship out of the spotlight, went public in May 2024, with Sinner confirming their romance. They were seen cheering each other on at Wimbledon shortly afterward.
Jannik Sinner and Anna Kalinskaya are a couple who have managed to keep their relationship largely private while publicly supporting each other in their tennis careers
In June 2024, Sinner opened up in an interview with Vanity Fair Italia about the challenges of juggling a relationship while being at the top of his game. He explained how the demands of tennis—constant travel and intense focus during tournaments—make it difficult, but he believes finding the right partner can be a beautiful experience. He pointed out that many of the world’s best players balance their careers with family life.
Sinner achieved a career milestone by winning the US Open in September 2024, and Kalinskaya was in the audience to witness his triumph. Following his victory, the couple shared a celebratory kiss in the stands, marking a special moment in their relationship.
Their bond was first publicly acknowledged during the 2024 French Open, where Sinner confirmed their relationship but emphasized the importance of keeping their private life confidential. “I’m with Anna, but we keep everything very confidential,” Sinner said during a press conference. He also expressed that he doesn’t like to talk about his personal life, preferring to keep it out of the public eye.
In an interview with Vanity Fair Italia, Sinner explained why he values privacy, noting that he wants to protect the people closest to him from the pressures of fame. He described it as a duty, saying these individuals helped him build his confidence during his youth, and he now feels a responsibility to shield them.
Although they prefer to remain private, Sinner and Kalinskaya continue to show public support for one another. Sinner was seen cheering for Kalinskaya during her Wimbledon matches in July 2024, and she returned the favor at the US Open a few months later, celebrating his victory.
Sinner also gave Kalinskaya a shout-out after winning the 2024 Halle Open in Germany, acknowledging her strong performance in Berlin that week, despite her loss. He expressed sympathy for her defeat but highlighted how well she had played.
Before their relationship, both Sinner and Kalinskaya had high-profile romances. Sinner was previously linked to Italian model Maria Braccini, while Kalinskaya had a relationship with fellow tennis player Nick Kyrgios from 2019 to 2020. Kyrgios has been openly critical of Sinner, especially after Sinner tested positive for a banned substance in August 2024, a controversy that put further scrutiny on their personal lives.
Despite their decision to keep their relationship mostly under wraps, Sinner and Kalinskaya have been seen smiling and laughing together at their matches, offering glimpses into their close connection. As they prepared for Wimbledon, they were spotted training together, their shared joy evident as they eased each other’s nerves before the major tournament.
Though both athletes prefer to stay out of the limelight, their relationship continues to grow, supported by their mutual understanding of the pressures of professional tennis and their desire to protect their private lives.
