DEAL OFF: Jannik Sinner has officially turned down the Bulldogs’ $150 million for Jannik Sinner from Bulldogs to sign his…
In a surprising twist, tennis star Jannik Sinner has officially turned down a record-breaking $150 million offer from the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, reportedly aimed at securing star halfback Nathan Cleary for the NRL team. Sinner, an unexpected figure in the deal, was being courted by the Bulldogs as part of a unique marketing strategy to bring fresh star power to their roster and attract a wider fan base to rugby league.
The offer, which involved the Italian tennis sensation taking on a high-profile ambassador role for the Bulldogs, was part of an attempt to leverage Sinner’s rising global popularity and bring in Nathan Cleary in a cross-promotional effort. However, Sinner ultimately decided against it, opting to focus on his burgeoning tennis career.
Sinner’s representatives commented on the decision, saying, “While Jannik appreciates the opportunity, his primary focus remains on his tennis career and achieving his goals in the sport. He has deep respect for the Bulldogs’ ambitions and wishes them the best as they pursue their team-building strategy.”
The Bulldogs’ pursuit of Nathan Cleary had captured fans’ attention, with the $150 million offer marking one of the boldest attempts in recent NRL history to secure a marquee player. But with Sinner’s decision to step away from the deal, the Bulldogs’ strategy now faces new challenges as they explore alternative ways to attract top talent.
Bulldogs CEO stated, “We respect Jannik’s choice and understand his dedication to tennis. Our vision remains strong, and we’ll continue to seek new opportunities to strengthen our lineup and expand our audience.”
For now, Nathan Cleary remains firmly with the Penrith Panthers, with no immediate changes on the horizon. As for Jannik Sinner, he’ll remain fully committed to his tennis career, where his sights are set on Grand Slam success and further solidifying his place among the sport’s elite.
