Panini, the renowned collectibles company, has teamed up with tennis sensation Jannik Sinner in a historic partnership. The collaboration, unveiled on June 10, 2024, celebrates Sinner’s remarkable achievement of reaching the pinnacle of tennis as the first Italian player to secure the coveted World No. 1 ranking in the ATP standings. Hailing from Modena, Italy, Sinner’s rise to the top has been nothing short of extraordinary, garnering him a loyal fan base and admiration from tennis enthusiasts worldwide.
The collaborative venture between Panini and Sinner commenced in 2022 with the release of “Piccoli grandi campioni – Manuale illustrato del tennis di Jannik Sinner” (Young Great Champions – Jannik Sinner’s Illustrated Tennis Manual) by Panini Comics. This illustrated book offers a glimpse into Sinner’s journey in tennis, sharing valuable insights into the sport and anecdotes from his formative years. In a whimsical twist, Sinner was also featured as “Quacknik Spinner,” a playful duckified character, on the cover of Topolino magazine, a publication by Panini Comics that hit the shelves in May 2024.
Expressing his excitement about the partnership, Sinner fondly recalled his childhood days of collecting Panini stickers and enjoying their comic books. He spoke of his enthusiasm for connecting with fans in a meaningful way through Panini’s unique and diverse range of products, encompassing trading cards, memorabilia, game gear, and digital collections.
The inaugural product release under this exclusive collaboration will be a Panini Instant trading card celebrating Sinner’s historic achievement of becoming the top-ranked player in the ATP. This limited-edition card will be available solely on the Panini America platform, offering fans a chance to own a piece of tennis history. Following this launch, Panini has ambitious plans to introduce a series of trading card collections dedicated to Sinner, showcasing rare memorabilia and limited-edition cards. The collections will be accessible globally through Panini’s extensive e-commerce network and select retail outlets, allowing fans to engage with Sinner’s journey in a whole new way.
With an array of exciting releases slated for 2024 and beyond, the collaboration between Panini and Jannik Sinner promises to delight fans and collectors alike. This partnership not only commemorates Sinner’s incredible rise in the tennis world but also underscores Panini’s commitment to delivering innovative and engaging collectibles that resonate with sports enthusiasts across the globe.