Jannik Sinner wins London exhibition and leads prize‑money protest ahead of Wimbledon

On 24 June 2026 the world‑number‑one Italian, Jannik Sinner, beat Britain’s Cameron Norrie 6‑3 6‑3 at the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic held at the Hurlingham Club in London. It was his first match on grass this season and a warm‑up for the Wimbledon Championships, where he will defend his title starting on 29 June. Sinner said medical checks after his Roland Garros exit showed he was fit, added that he had rested with family and was training on grass for a week. He also commented on the extreme heat, noting he used a cooling vest, an ice pack on his head and a refrigerated vest during practice.

At the same time Sinner joined about 20 top players in a protest over Grand Slam prize‑money distribution. The players are limiting mandatory media duties to 15 minutes per appearance during Wimbledon’s first week, a stance that began at Roland Garros. They argue the £64.2 million prize fund, a 20 percent rise, still falls short of the 22 percent of revenue they seek. The dispute has drawn attention from broadcasters and could affect post‑match interviews.

The exhibition match and the protest underline Sinner’s preparation for Wimbledon amidst concerns over heat, fitness and player remuneration.