MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – In a stunning revelation, Jannik Sinner’s coach, Andrea Volpi, has exposed the one thing that the Italian tennis sensation struggles with on the court.
Speaking exclusively to Tennis Weekly, Volpi revealed that Sinner has a peculiar weakness – he can’t hit a winner on his backhand side when facing a left-handed opponent.
“It’s something we’ve been working on, but it’s proving to be a tough nut to crack,” Volpi admitted. “Jannik’s got an incredible forehand, but for some reason, he just can’t seem to find the same consistency on his backhand side when facing a lefty.”
The revelation sheds light on Sinner’s recent struggles against left-handed opponents, including his shocking loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Australia Open 2025.
“Tsitsipas is a tough opponent, but we knew Jannik had the game to beat him,” Volpi said. “Unfortunately, his backhand let him down again, and it cost him the match.”
Volpi remains optimistic that Sinner can overcome his weakness, citing his dedication and work ethic.
“Jannik’s been putting in extra hours on the practice court, and we’re seeing signs of improvement,” Volpi said. “It’s just a matter of time before he cracks the code and starts hitting winners on his backhand side against lefties.”
The news is sure to send shockwaves through the tennis world, with fans and pundits alike eager to see how Sinner will address his weakness.
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