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Speaking at the post-match press conference, Sinner admitted he felt a bit nervous during the exchange. "In the beginning, I didn't know what to say," he said. "I always try to talk very naturally. I asked the kids if they play tennis and what kind of rackets they use - just small things."Wimbledon 2025 men's singles final HighlightsHe described the moment as "amazing," adding: "For us tennis players, it's so nice to have them watching because it makes it even more special. You see how much they care about the sport. It's very prestigious. I've been lucky to meet her [Princess Kate] and the whole family. It was a very nice moment."It was a fitting end to a memorable day - both on and off the court."Very emotional, even if I don't cry," Sinner told reporters on Sunday. "It feels emotional because only me and the people who are close to me know exactly what we have been through on and off the court, and it has been everything except easy."We've tried to push every practice session, even if I was struggling at times mentally. Maybe even more in practice sessions because I feel like when I play the match, I can switch off and just play. I believe that this helped me a lot."- EndsYou May Also Like
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