Journalists, former players, and supporters have questioned Jannik Sinner ’s commitment to his national team in response to his choice to skip the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna. The world #2, who announced earlier this week that he would rest and prepare for the 2026 season instead of competing, now finds himself at the centre of a storm back home.

National Outcry

Despite being the catalyst for Italy’s last two Davis Cup wins, Sinner has faced criticism from local media all week for his decision. Veteran journalist Bruno Vespa openly questioned Sinner’s commitment to his country , contrasting his absence with Carlos Alcaraz ’s confirmed participation for Spain.

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