Jannik Sinner's return to the professional tour is not far off, considering that the world number 1 will compete at the Rome Masters 1000 in May. After skipping the Indian Wells Masters 1000 and the Miami Open, the Italian champion will also miss the Monte Carlo and Madrid Masters 1000.
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However, the 23-year-old from Sesto Pusteria - who has only played the Australian Open in 2025 - is almost certain to hold the top ATP ranking until his return after Alexander Zverev's shocking elimination against Arthur Fils in Miami.
The 3-time Grand Slam champion is using this ban to work on some specific aspects, as his fitness coach Marco Panichi also revealed in a recent interview with Sky Sport Italy.
Jannik dreams of winning in Rome
It is no secret that Jannik wants to try to achieve a titanic feat like the 'Calendar Grand Slam' this year, with Roland Garros certainly being the toughest obstacle for his game.
For this reason, Sinner also decided to play the Hamburg ATP before the second Major of the season.
On the latest edition of his popular podcast, former Americanchampion Andy Roddick explained what he expects from the Italian star when he returns to the court in May: His first tournament after the ban ends will be the Rome Masters 1000 and his fans will welcome him like a king. There was no better place to return to play after the suspension. He has never particularly suffered the pressure of playing in his own country, as evidenced by the fact that he won the ATP Finals in Turin last year.
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He didn't play in Rome last year, so they haven't seen him yet since he became the best player in the world.
Roddick continued, I don't think people's opinions will affect him, he has already shown impressive mental strength. I think most of the other players still respect him and he will not seek any revenge.
