Panini, the renowned collectibles company, has joined forces with the rising tennis star, Jannik Sinner, in a groundbreaking collaboration that commemorates his remarkable achievement of becoming the first Italian player to reach the coveted World No. 1 spot in the ATP rankings. Hailing from Modena, Italy, Sinner has captured the hearts of tennis enthusiasts worldwide with his exceptional skills and dedication to the sport.
The partnership between Panini and Sinner commenced in 2022 with the release of the book “Piccoli grandi campioni – Manuale illustrato del tennis di Jannik Sinner” by Panini Comics. Offering valuable insights into tennis techniques and showcasing anecdotes from Sinner’s early career, this publication provided fans with a deeper understanding of the tennis prodigy’s journey to the top. Another exciting moment in the collaboration was the whimsical transformation of Sinner into a playful “duckified” character known as “Quacknik Spinner,” gracing the cover of the Topolino magazine from Panini Comics in May 2024.
Expressing his joy and gratitude for the partnership, Sinner shared fond memories of his childhood spent collecting Panini stickers and immersing himself in their comics. The collaboration with Panini allows Sinner to engage with his fans in a unique and personal way, bridging the gap between the tennis superstar and his loyal supporters through a range of exclusive products.
The inaugural product release under this partnership is the Panini Instant trading card, dedicated to celebrating Sinner’s historic rise to the pinnacle of the ATP rankings. Available exclusively on the Panini America platform, this card is a must-have for collectors and fans alike. Following this release, Panini has exciting plans to introduce a series of trading card collections dedicated to Sinner, featuring rare memorabilia and limited-edition cards that will be accessible globally through Panini’s e-commerce network and select retail outlets.
With a plethora of releases slated for 2024 and beyond, the collaboration between Panini and Jannik Sinner promises to offer fans and collectors a treasure trove of exclusive collectibles and memorabilia celebrating the tennis sensation’s phenomenal career. Stay tuned for more exquisite offerings as Panini continues to pay tribute to Italy’s tennis prodigy, Jannik Sinner.
