**Model With Past Ties to Schumacher Family Reportedly Linked to Tennis Star Jannik Sinner**
Speculation within the sporting world is once again swirling around Laila Hasanovic, the Danish model who was once welcomed into the private sphere of Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher’s family. Hasanovic, who previously dated Mick Schumacher, the son of the seven-time world champion, is now at the centre of new rumours linking her romantically to Italian tennis sensation Jannik Sinner.
Hasanovic’s connection to the Schumacher family was widely reported to be especially close. After Mick Schumacher’s tenure in Formula 1, many observers noted that Hasanovic was one of the very few partners granted access to the family’s inner circle during the notoriously private period following Michael Schumacher’s skiing accident in 2013. Reports suggested that the family developed a particular fondness for her, marking her as an exceptional guest who could visit the ailing champion.
However, it now appears Hasanovic may have moved on from her racing days and is increasingly entering the orbit of the tennis world. Last month, sharp-eyed fans and journalists spotted her among the attendees at the French Open final, where Jannik Sinner was competing against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in a much-anticipated match. This public appearance has ignited rumours that a new friendship – or possibly more – is blossoming.
Adding fuel to the speculative fire, Sinner had reportedly parted ways with his previous partner, tennis player Anna Kalinskaya, earlier this year. The connection between Hasanovic and Sinner emerged during the French Open, tempting gossip columns and sports journalists to draw conclusions from her presence at the prestigious event. The intrigue intensified after a British tabloid asserted that a tennis fan noticed Sinner and Hasanovic together on what appeared to be a casual date in Copenhagen.
Despite growing media interest, Sinner moved quickly to downplay the situation. During a press conference following his first-round appearance at Wimbledon, he categorically denied any romantic involvement with the Danish model. “No, no, there was no girl. I had just some business with a couple of photo shootings there. That’s it. Nothing else,” the Italian star firmly told reporters.
Rumours, however, are seldom left to rest so easily in the age of social media. In the following days, Italian publication La Gazzetta dello Sport linked Sinner to another high-profile figure: Russian model Lara Leito, previously known for her relationship with Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody. According to unnamed sources within the tennis community, Sinner and Leito may have first crossed paths while he spent time in Monte Carlo during a three-month hiatus from the professional circuit.
This speculation gained further traction after paparazzi-style images reportedly showing Sinner and Leito on an outing in Monte Carlo surfaced in Italian magazine Chi. Yet, with the world’s sporting press eager for a headline, Sinner has maintained a firm stance on retaining his privacy. Addressing the subject at the French Open, the 23-year-old commented: “I was very surprised to see some pictures, which, you know, nothing serious … I’m not in a relationship. So, whoever is asking, that’s it. It’s all good.”
With his personal life in the public eye, Sinner appears keen to direct attention back to tennis. As he progresses into the second round of Wimbledon, the focus is likely to return, at least temporarily, to his athletic achievements. He is set to face world number 93 Aleksandar Vukic in an eagerly awaited contest on Wednesday.
Amidst the swirl of gossip and speculation, both Sinner and Hasanovic continue to find themselves pursued by paparazzi and fans alike, a testament to the enduring fascination with sporting celebrities’ personal lives. For now, Sinner insists that his only immediate priorities lie on the hallowed grass courts of SW19, hoping to advance further in one of tennis’ most prestigious tournaments.
In a sporting era where public figures are increasingly scrutinised both on and off the field, the interplay between private life and professional performance remains a topic of ongoing media interest. As Wimbledon unfolds, the tennis world—and indeed, the wider public—will no doubt keep a watchful eye on both the games and the personalities outside the baseline.