This year, Christmas celebrations took on a different look for various tennis stars. While Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz were hitting the practice courts in preparation for the upcoming season, Jannik Sinner enjoyed skiing, and Iga Świątek shared her Christmas Eve preparations. Let’s look at how the players went about the celebrations.
How Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Iga Świątek, and Others Are Celebrating Christmas
Djokovic took to social media to share a video of himself training ahead of his travel to Australia to kick off his 2026 season. In a humorous twist, he wished his fans a “merry fitness” instead of the usual Christmas greetings.
“Merry fitness 💪,” Djokovic captioned his Instagram post.
View this post on Instagram
Alcaraz posted pictures of himself playing tennis in Murcia, his hometown. He shared a series of images showcasing his practice sessions and gym workouts at the Real Sociedad Club de Campo de Murcia, where his father, Carlos Alcaraz González, worked as a tennis coach and club administrator.
“Merry Christmas to all! 🎄 ❤️ We keep going! 💪🏻,” Alcaraz captioned his Instagram post (translated from Spanish).
View this post on Instagram
Sinner spent his holidays in his home in South Tyrol, where he enjoyed skiing in the mountains. Interestingly, in addition to playing tennis, the former World No. 1 is also an accomplished skier. He began skiing at the age of three and quickly rose to become one of Italy’s top junior skiers, even winning a national championship in 2008.
📍Südtirol 🏔
Christmas at Home 🦊⛷️
Forza pic.twitter.com/CVzprw7Kt5
— Janniksin_Updates (@JannikSinner_Up) December 24, 2025
Meanwhile, Świątek shared a video of herself getting her makeup done ahead of Christmas Eve. She also revealed that she would be traveling to China on Christmas Day.
It is worth noting that Świątek became a global brand ambassador for the luxury beauty company Lancôme in 2024, making her the first athlete to sign a worldwide brand ambassadorship with the company.
“I just want to wish you Merry Christmas! I hope you will spend them exactly the way you want to.😊 🎄 As I’m in my way to China today, here is a little something for you. The one and only @ewelinakrason helping me get ready for my early Christmas Eve. 😍#merrychristmas,” Świątek captioned her Instagram post.
View this post on Instagram
On the occasion of Christmas, Ana Ivanović shared a series of pictures of herself dressed in a black long sequin dress, posing in front of a Christmas tree surrounded by presents. She had previously mentioned attending a “Secret Santa dinner” party with friends before Christmas.
MORE: Eugenie Bouchard Gets Into Christmas Spirit With Brother William and Their Family
“Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating today 🎄 🫶🏼,” Ivanović captioned her Instagram post.
View this post on Instagram
On the tennis side of things, Djokovic concluded his 2025 season at the Hellenic Championship, where he defeated Lorenzo Musetti in the final to win his 101st career ATP Tour-level title. He also claimed the title at the 2025 Geneva Open by defeating Hubert Hurkacz in the final.
Meanwhile, Sinner finished the season with six titles: winning the 2025 Australian Open, Wimbledon Championships, ATP Finals, China Open, Vienna Open, and the Paris Masters. Alcaraz won a total of eight titles this year: the French Open, US Open, ABN AMRO Open, Monte-Carlo Masters, Italian Open, Queen’s Club Championships, Cincinnati Open, and Japan Open.
On the other hand, Świątek secured three titles in 2025, triumphing at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, Cincinnati Open, and Korea Open.
