However, the Italian may one day trade the court for the track in a dramatic career shift. Sinner’s coach, Simone Vagnozzi, has stated that his protégé is ‘passionate’ about Formula One, which he frequently sees in person.

“If we’re playing tennis and I score a point, he stares at me resentfully. “You have no clue how much he wants to be a Formula One driver; he’s very passionate about the sport and it’s his goal! Be cautious; he may do it sooner or later near the end of his tennis career.”

Sinner is due to return to court this week after receiving a three-month suspension for failing a drug test. This will be his first competitive match since winning the Australian Open in January.