In a bizarre twist that sounds more like a Hollywood script than real life, Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner has revealed he was accidentally locked inside Wimbledon's hallowed grounds after dark.
The world number four shared the extraordinary tale during a recent interview, explaining how a simple post-match routine turned into an unexpected overnight adventure at the All England Club.
The Unplanned Sleepover
"I remember one time in Wimbledon, I was locked in," Sinner confessed, describing the surreal experience that saw him trapped within the iconic tennis venue. The young athlete had been going about his normal recovery procedures when he realized the stadium had fallen silent around him.
As evening descended on SW19, Sinner found himself completely alone in the vast complex, with security personnel having completed their rounds without noticing the remaining player.
From Court to Captive
The situation unfolded after what Sinner described as "a long day," involving intensive treatment and recovery work following his matches. So focused was he on his physical preparation that he failed to notice the gradual emptying of the facility.
"I was doing treatment, I was doing the gym, and then at some point everybody was gone," he recalled. The realization dawned slowly as the typically bustling corridors grew quiet and lights began switching off around him.
The Great Escape
Fortunately for the stranded star, the story has a happy ending. After what must have been moments of confusion and disbelief, Sinner managed to attract attention and secure his release from the tennis fortress.
The incident adds to Wimbledon's rich tapestry of unusual stories, though it's certainly one of the more peculiar episodes in recent memory. For Sinner, it provided an unforgettable Wimbledon memory that had nothing to do with tennis - and everything to do with stadium security protocols.
The All England Club has since likely reviewed its procedures to ensure no other players experience similar unexpected extensions to their Wimbledon visits.
