👶🎉 At a time when Italian tennis is experiencing great emotion, there is wonderful news that warms the hearts of fans:  Fabio Fognini  and  Flavia Pennetta  have publicly announced the birth of their third child! The news came just hours after Fognini’s Wimbledon exit, transforming sporting disappointment into an explosion of family joy.

The couple, one of the most popular in the Italian sports scene, announced the newborn’s name in an emotional social media post:
🍼  “Welcome to the world, Leonardo Fognini. You are already our champion.”

The name  Leonardo  immediately caught the attention of his fans, who expressed their surprise, affection, and admiration in the comments. Many had expected a more traditional name, while others saw the choice as a tribute to Italian creativity and greatness—from Leonardo da Vinci to Leonardo Bonucci, symbols of excellence in their respective fields.

📸 In the photo shared on Instagram, Fabio can be seen holding little Leonardo in his arms, while Flavia smiles beside him. The image received over 500,000 likes within hours, accompanied by congratulations from celebrities, athletes, and fans of all ages.

🎾 Despite his recent Wimbledon exit, Fognini said:  “No victory on the court can surpass the joy of holding a child in your arms.”  Flavia also shared her emotions and thanked her fans for the outpouring of love she has received.

In a summer full of conflicting feelings for Italian tennis, the birth of Leonardo Fognini represents a particularly beautiful moment of happiness. A new life is here and with it the promise of a future full of love… and perhaps a new champion is on the way!