Overview

• The incident happened courtside during a post‑match autograph session after Sinner’s fourth‑round victory.
• A security guard intervened immediately, blocking a hand reaching for the zipper of Sinner’s backpack.
• Sinner noticed the attempt, ended the signing, and left the area escorted by his team and event personnel.
• Organizers have not issued a public statement, while internal accounts indicate the person was ejected and could face a permanent ban.
• Video captured on the broadcast and shared by tennis accounts on social media spread rapidly, renewing focus on player‑fan interaction zones.