There is no verifiable information or credible sources that support the claim that Roger Federer called out Jannik Sinner for being selfish and unpatriotic regarding his participation in the Davis Cup. In fact, Sinner’s decision not to play in the recent Davis Cup group stage was largely understood and accepted by the tennis community. Fresh off his first US Open victory, Sinner opted to rest and recover rather than compete, considering his demanding schedule and the physical toll of the season【6†source】.
Federer has always been known for his sportsmanship and positive attitude towards fellow players. As a retired player, his comments on current players like Sinner would more likely reflect encouragement rather than criticism, especially when decisions are based on managing health and career longevity. Furthermore, Sinner did participate in the Davis Cup last year, playing a crucial role in helping Italy win their first Davis Cup title in nearly 50 years.
In preparing for the China Open, Sinner is following a standard approach for players managing their schedules to perform optimally in upcoming tournaments. This decision can be seen as strategic rather than selfish. Therefore, the rumor lacks credible backing and seems inconsistent with Federer’s well-known character and Sinner’s professional conduct.
