MILAN, December 6, 2023 (Press Release)

The SuperTennis Awards in Milan were a celebration of the outstanding achievements of Italian tennis in 2023. The event was a culmination of numerous victories and memorable moments throughout the year.

Jannik Sinner, ranked World No. 4 and recent World Champion in Malaga, was the central figure of the evening. He was honored as the best player of the year and received recognition alongside Captain Filippo Volandri for the remarkable achievement in the Davis Cup.

Sinner’s reflections on his emotional journey, especially the historic championship match at the ATP Finals in Turin and the pivotal Toronto victory, resonated deeply with the audience. His mention of Matteo Berrettini’s presence during the Davis Cup victory added to the sentiment of unity and camaraderie.

The award for ‘achievement of the year’ was presented to the Italian Billie Jean King Cup team for their unexpected yet beautiful journey to the finals in Seville. The players shared their emotions, emphasizing how this achievement brought pride to the country and hoped it would inspire more youngsters to engage in the sport.

A particularly touching moment was the connection with Tathiana Garbin, the captain, who despite undergoing surgery at a Pisa hospital, expressed immense joy at seeing her players on stage. Her acknowledgment of the team’s unity and support, even amidst challenges, highlighted the familial bond within the squad.

Here are the detailed awards presented at the SuperTennis Awards 2023:

Best TPRA Athlete: Luca Dal Balcon and Sara Sontacchi
Best Padel Team: National Junior Female Team (Captain Sara Celata, Giulia Dal Pozzo, Luna Di Battista, Valentina Barazi, Camilla Libioni, Lucrezia Piernera, Matilde Minelli, Giorgia Di Paola)
Wheelchair Athlete: Francesco Felici
Sponsor of the Year: Bnl Bnp Paribas
Guido Oddo Award: Gaia Piccardi (Corriere Della Sera)
Best Executive: Giancarlo Baccini
Best Coach: Simone Vagnozzi
Male and Female Next Gen: Federico Cinà and Federica Urgesi
Most Improved Player: Matteo Arnaldi
Best Female Player: Jasmine Paolini
Best Male Player: Jannik Sinner
Achievement of the Year: Italian Billie Jean King Cup Team
Achievement of the Century: Italian Davis Cup Team