A touching scene moved the Italian and international tennis world during Wimbledon 2025. Flavia Pennetta, former champion and wife of Fabio Fognini, appeared visibly shaken and in tears as she officially announced her husband’s withdrawal from the prestigious London tournament.
According to Pennetta, Fognini’s decision to retire came after the painful defeat against Carlos Alcaraz. However, behind that result lay a much harsher reality:
“Fabio had a minor physical problem during the match. He tried to hold on, giving his all until the last point, but the pain became unbearable. It was a difficult decision, but inevitable.”
His words left a deep impression on the fans, many of whom had already expressed their disappointment over Fognini’s poor performance. But, after these revelations, the general feeling has changed to empathy, admiration, and respect.
Pennetta concluded with a statement that moved everyone:
“I hope everyone can understand and support Fabio. He gave everything for Italy, to honor the blue jersey, even in one of the most difficult moments of his career.”
Social media immediately filled with messages of affection and solidarity, with fans and colleagues recalling the many glorious moments of Fognini’s career, his tireless passion, and his dedication to the national team.
It’s still unclear whether this Wimbledon will be the final chapter in Fabio Fognini’s career. But one thing is certain: his fighting spirit and Flavia Pennetta’s moving support will remain etched in the memories of tennis fans and its most human protagonists.
