'They’ve Never Held a Racket,' WTA Pro Slams Jannik Sinner’s Critics Accusing Him of Having ‘Unexciting Style of Play’

In the intensely competitive world of professional tennis, debates over playing styles are as common as aces. Few players ignite such passionate discussion as Jannik Sinner, whose meteoric rise to the sport's summit has been accompanied by a curious critique: that his game, while devastatingly effective, lacks the flair and unpredictability of his contemporaries. Many within the tennis community perceive Sinner's approach as overly efficient, almost clinical, particularly when contrasted with the dynamic, highlight-reel artistry of his prominent rival, Carlos Alcaraz. Yet, this perspective often draws a sharp retort from those deeply entrenched in the sport, who argue that such criticism misses the fundamental essence of high-level tennis.