Has Matteo Berrettini Secretly Been Training for a Modeling Career Instead of Tennis?

Hold the protein shakes and cancel the practice sessions—because Matteo Berrettini may have just served up his boldest move yet: trading backhands for blue steel. Yes, whispers from fashion insiders suggest the Italian tennis heartthrob might be moonlighting as a full-time model, and frankly, we’re not even mad.

Let’s face it—Matteo has always looked like he accidentally wandered off the runway and into the ATP Tour. He doesn’t sweat, he glistens. His five o’clock shadow has more depth than most tennis rivalries. And when he smashes a winner, it’s less about stats and more about style. So is it really that shocking that the fashion world is calling him harder than a Novak Djokovic crosscourt return?

Recently, the signs have been everywhere. One moment he’s nursing another injury, and the next he’s front row at Milan Fashion Week, wearing designer sunglasses indoors like he’s allergic to fluorescent lighting. He’s been spotted posing for campaigns, gracing the pages of GQ, and even giving brooding, smoldering interviews about “authenticity” and “expression.” Translation: the tennis bag may have been swapped for a leather duffle full of grooming products.

Now, to be fair, he hasn’t officially declared a career shift. But let’s be real—when you’re skipping tournaments but posting perfectly curated mirror selfies, the message is pretty clear. And while the tennis faithful worry about his forehand, the fashion world is more concerned about whether he’ll wear Prada or Dolce next season.

Of course, Matteo insists he’s still committed to tennis. “It’s just a side project,” he says. Uh-huh. That’s what they all say… until the Vogue spread drops and suddenly you’re sharing a stylist with Timothée Chalamet.

Still, we can’t exactly blame him. Modeling doesn’t require lung-busting rallies or constant physiotherapy. It’s easier on the abs—and let’s be honest, it celebrates them more too. And given how often his tennis career has been stalled by injury, strutting instead of sprinting might be just the kind of pivot his body was begging for.

So, is Berrettini gone for good? Probably not. But don’t be surprised if he walks into Wimbledon with a fresh tan, a sponsored cologne deal, and a serve as sharp as his cheekbones.

Matteo, whether you’re on the catwalk or Centre Court—we’re watching. Just don’t forget your tennis shoes with those designer trousers.