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Tsitsipas would be happy to hit tennis balls with player, Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost and an Augustinian missionary from Chicago, was elected and introduced at the Vatican on a Thursday while the Italian Open was ongoing nearby in Rome.
The election occurred amid first-round matches at Foro Italico, where an image of Leo appeared on the scoreboard during a changeover, linking his introduction to the tennis event.
Leo considers himself an amateur tennis player who enjoyed playing in Rome's Mediterranean climate but now likely has less time to play due to papal duties and his recent move from Peru.
After his second-round victory, Greek tennis player Stefanos Tsitsipas expressed that he would be glad to practice with Leo if time permits, noting that individuals like him can offer valuable lessons to people.
The concurrent timing of Leo's election and the Italian Open highlights his connection to tennis, but papal responsibilities suggest he will have limited time for the sport despite his enthusiasm.

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