Australian Open 2025: Concerns Mount for Jannik Sinner’s GF Anna Kalinskaya as She Announces Unexpected Withdrawal From the Event
The Australian Open 2025 has been marred by a surprise withdrawal as Russian tennis player Anna who is also the girlfriend of Italian tennis star Sinner, has announced that she will not be participating in the event.
Kalinskaya, who was set to compete in the women’s singles draw, cited personal reasons for her withdrawal, but did not provide any further details. The news has sent shockwaves through the tennis community, with many fans and pundits expressing concern for the 24-year-old’s well-being.
Kalinskaya’s withdrawal is a significant blow to the Australian Open, as she was considered a dark horse contender in the women’s singles draw. The Russian player has been in impressive form of late, reaching the quarterfinals of the 2024 US Open and winning several titles on the WTA Tour.
The news of Kalinskaya’s withdrawal has also sparked concern for her boyfriend, Jannik Sinner, who is set to compete in the men’s singles draw. Sinner, who is one of the most promising young players in the world, has been open about the importance of his relationship with Kalinskaya, and it is unclear how her withdrawal will affect his preparation and performance at the Australian Open.
“Anna is a very important person in my life, and I’m always worried about her well-being,” Sinner said in a statement. “I don’t know what’s going on with her, but I hope she’s okay. I’ll do my best to focus on my own game and try to win for her.”
Kalinskaya’s withdrawal has also raised questions about the pressures and demands of professional tennis, particularly for female players. The WTA Tour has been criticized in the past for its grueling schedule and lack of support for players’ mental and physical health.
“It’s not easy being a professional tennis player, especially for women,” said former tennis star and commentator, Martina Navratilova. “The schedule is brutal, and the pressure to perform is immense. I hope Anna is okay and that she’s getting the support she needs.”
The Australian Open 2025 is set to begin on January 20, and Kalinskaya’s withdrawal has left a void in the women’s singles draw. While the tournament will still feature many of the world’s top players, including Ashleigh Barty, Naomi Osaka, and Serena Williams, Kalinskaya’s absence will be felt.
As for Sinner, he will have to put his concerns about Kalinskaya aside and focus on his own game if he wants to make a deep run in the men’s singles draw. The Italian player has been in impressive form of late, reaching the semifinals of the 2024 ATP Finals and winning several titles on the ATP Tour.
“I’ll do my best to focus on my own game and try to win for Anna,” Sinner said. “I know she’s always supporting me, and I
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