"Iga said, 'Let's do it'" - Jannik Sinner discusses Wimbledon Champions' dance

After a challenging six months for both players, Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek emerged victorious at Wimbledon.

Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4, while Swiatek dominated Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0.

On Sunday evening, the two champions attended the Wimbledon Ball and shared a special moment. Sinner and Swiatek upheld tradition by dancing together, at Swiatek's suggestion, as reported by GSP.

"Initially, because it was late, we were told we didn't have to do it," Sinner told BBC Sport. "But then Iga said, 'No, let's do it.' I agreed. It's a tradition, so it's good that we did it. It was nice to share this moment with Iga. A wonderful moment."

Before the dance, Sinner admitted to having enjoyed a few glasses of champagne:

"I don't know, I've had quite a bit to drink by now. I'm a little dizzy. It's great to have my family and the whole team here. It's a special evening. It's also great to see Iga with her family and team," said Sinner.

Sinner nearly faced elimination in the Round of 16, down two sets to Grigor Dimitrov, before the Bulgarian was forced to retire with a torn pectoral muscle.

"I was lucky," Sinner admitted. "Against Grigor, things got difficult for me, and that's not how you want to win a match. I had to take advantage of that opportunity, and I did. After that moment, I started playing well, especially against Ben [Shelton], and that confidence helped me get past Novak [Djokovic], a very tough opponent, especially at a Grand Slam."

Sinner described the match with Alcaraz as a roller-coaster, particularly given Alcaraz's dramatic comeback victory in the French Open final.

"Yes, I almost cried. I always say that Wimbledon is *the* tournament. It's steeped in history, as we can see, and it's very special. Winning here has been the most special moment of my career. Off the court, health is far more important, but on the court, this was the most special moment," concluded Sinner.