Who is Laila Hasanovic? Jannik Sinner’s girlfriend who ditched his….for her modelling career
Jannik Sinner is doing what he does best at the Australian Open, winning big matches and staying firmly in the spotlight. The Italian star booked his place in the semi-finals after beating Ben Shelton, once again underlining why he’s considered one of the very best players in the world right now.
Alongside his on-court success, Sinner’s personal life has also drawn attention. The World No. 1 is currently dating Danish model and content creator Laila Hasanovic, and while the two prefer to keep things low-key, their relationship has quietly become a talking point.
Who is Jannik Sinner’s girlfriend, Laila Hasanovic?
Laila Hasanovic is a Denmark-based model and digital creator with a strong presence online. She has more than 400,000 followers on Instagram and over 300,000 on TikTok, where she shares fashion, lifestyle, and behind-the-scenes moments from her career.
In the fashion world, Hasanovic has built an impressive résumé. She has walked the runway for brands like The Garment and OperaSPORT and has featured in major Armani Beauty campaigns. She also attended the Venice Film Festival as part of Armani’s promotional activities, further boosting her profile on the global fashion stage.
How Jannik Sinner and Laila Hasanovic’s love story began
Sinner’s relationship with Hasanovic began after his split from fellow tennis player Anna Kalinskaya. Sinner and Kalinskaya confirmed their relationship in May 2024 but later went their separate ways. Not long after, Sinner found love again with Hasanovic.
The Italian star made his relationship public in October 2025 following his Vienna Open triumph. While he didn’t mention Hasanovic by name during his victory speech, cameras caught her sitting beside his parents in the stands, an unmistakable sign.
During that speech, Sinner thanked his inner circle, including his girlfriend, saying:
“Thank you so much for the support. To understand me at times, it is not easy, but thank you for putting in the effort. Everyone here, with family, my girlfriend, friends. To my whole team and also those watching at home. Thank you so much for the support.”
A constant presence – just not on social media
Since then, Hasanovic has regularly been seen supporting Sinner from his player box. She attended his matches at the French Open in May 2025, was present at the US Open in September 2025, and even joined him on court after his victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the 2025 Nitto ATP Finals.
Despite these appearances, the couple has made a conscious effort to keep their relationship off social media. Neither posts about the other, a choice that aligns perfectly with Sinner’s views on privacy.
“I like talking about tennis, and sports in general,” Sinner once said. “But if you’re referring to my private life, it’s true, I want to keep it that way. I want to protect the people closest to me.”
Why Laila missed Sinner’s Australian Open quarter-final
One noticeable absence during Sinner’s Australian Open quarter-final against Ben Shelton was Hasanovic. While the match turned into a tense battle, his girlfriend was continents away, not out of choice, but due to work commitments.
Hasanovic was in Denmark for Copenhagen Fashion Week, walking the runway and fulfilling professional obligations. It’s a reminder that while she supports Sinner’s career, she’s also deeply committed to her own.
With Copenhagen Fashion Week concluding on January 30, 2026, the same day as the Australian Open semi-finals, it remains uncertain whether she’ll be in Melbourne if Sinner reaches the final. Still, given her consistent support in the past, few would doubt where her loyalties lie.
For now, Sinner remains focused on tennis, titles, and building his legacy, while keeping his personal life exactly where he wants it: private, balanced, and drama-free.