The worlds of high-speed racing and elite tennis collided at the Monte-Carlo Masters on Friday, April 10 2026, as Mercedes F1 star George Russell was spotted supporting world number two Jannik Sinner. Russell, who is a resident of the principality and a known tennis enthusiast, made a high-profile appearance at Court Rainier III to watch Sinner’s quarter-final clash against Felix Auger-Aliassime. The British driver was seen immersed in the action, sitting prominently in the Italian player’s box alongside his girlfriend Carmen Montero Mundt and Sinner’s partner Laila Hasanovic.
This star-studded crossover has set social media ablaze, with fans praising the mutual respect between two of the youngest and most successful athletes in their respective fields. As Sinner continues his pursuit of the world number one ranking, having the support of an F1 winner in his corner provided an extra spark to the prestigious Monaco atmosphere.
E essa amizade que deu sorte? Jannik Sinner e George Russell após a partida 🫂🍀pic.twitter.com/rEoYxRVqps
— Jannik Sinner Brasil (@jannikbrasil) April 10, 2026
Jannik Sinner Dominant Run At Monte-Carlo Open 2026 Continues
On the court, Jannik Sinner proved why he is the man to beat this season by securing a commanding straight-sets victory over the sixth seed, Felix Auger-Aliassime. Sinner won the match 6-3, 6-4, showcasing his defensive masterclass and clinical baseline play on the red clay. This victory marks his third consecutive semi-final appearance at the Monte-Carlo Masters, further solidifying his transition from the hard courts to the clay.
Earlier in the week, Sinner had to battle through a gruelling three-set match against Tomas Machac, but he appeared to have rediscovered his peak physical condition against the Canadian.
As Sinner prepares for a blockbuster semi-final clash against Alexander Zverev, he remains neck-and-neck with Carlos Alcaraz in the race for the top spot in the ATP rankings. With 15 consecutive match wins under his belt, Sinner’s momentum is reaching historic levels as he eyes his first title in the principality.
