Sun Sep 15 10:27:33 UTC 2024: ## Tennis Star Tsitsipas Supports Genoa, Makes Surprise Appearance at Serie A Match

Genoa welcomed an unexpected guest to their Serie A match against Roma on Sunday: tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas. The Greek champion, known for his prowess on the court, revealed his long-standing support for the Grifone, even participating in the pre-match warm-up with the goalkeepers.

Tsitsipas, invited onto the pitch, shared his excitement with DAZN, saying, “I’m very happy to be here, I’ve been supporting Genoa for such a long time.” He even revealed the peculiar reason behind his allegiance: “When I was young with my brother, we were playing a video game. I had to pick a team and saw Genoa, thought the logo was amazing. That’s how we date back.”

The tennis star, who practiced both tennis and football with the players, admitted his early love for the sport, stating, “I played football for most of my life until the age of 12… I might’ve wanted to become a football player.”

Tsitsipas’s surprise appearance delighted Genoa fans, showcasing his passion for the club and his connection to the beautiful game, despite choosing a different career path.

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