Tennis Stars Go Undercover at BNP Paribas Open, Fans Left Clueless
Tennis Stars Go Undercover at BNP Paribas Open, Hilarious Results Ensue
In a unique and entertaining twist, top tennis stars Maria Sakkari, Daniil Medvedev, Alex de Minaur, Ons Jabeur, Andrey Rublev, and Holger Rune went undercover at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. Disguised as event staff, they interacted with unsuspecting fans, leading to a series of hilarious encounters.
De Minaur donned a parking lot attendant’s uniform, while Rune joined Medvedev at the merchandise booth. Rublev took on the role of tournament security, and Jabeur distributed grounds maps. Despite their disguises, some fans couldn’t help but notice their familiar features.
“So are you Medvedev’s brother, or what?” one fan asked Medvedev as he rang up her purchase.
“I mean, that’s what everyone tells me,” Medvedev replied with a deadpan expression. “They ask for pictures every time. Every time, and they say I look like Medvedev. It’s unbelievable.”
Rune also faced similar inquiries. “I get that a lot,” he told a fan who remarked on his resemblance to… Rune himself.
However, the most amusing moments came from Rublev. When one fan mentioned his resemblance to the Russian star, he quipped, “I do[esn’t] like him at all.”
“Who do people say you look like?” another fan asked as Rublev scanned her in. “I know… [Jannik] Sinner!”
“Yes, for sure,” Rublev replied, before turning to a producer off-camera and saying, “You got your content. They called me Sinner.”
The undercover stunt provided a lighthearted and memorable experience for both the fans and the players. It showcased the stars’ sense of humor and their willingness to connect with their supporters in a unique way.