But the tennis star avoided disqualification because both samples were contaminated with a spray his physiotherapist used to treat a cut toe.
It was believed that the physical therapist massaged the tennis player without gloves, and thus the marks of the spray appeared on the body.
Despite the fact that Mr. Sinner managed to avoid disqualification, in the “Masters” series tournament held in Indian Wells (USA) from March 6 to 17 this year, the first racket of the planet lost the 400 points won and the expected cash prizes.
On August 19, Mr. Sinner became the champion of the Masters tournament in Cincinnati (USA). In the final, he beat 26-year-old Frances Tiafoe, the 20th ranked player in the world, 7:6 (7:4), 6:2.
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has already issued a statement regarding the news of the Italian’s positive doping test in March.
“We are glad that Jannik Sinner was not found guilty or negligent in the use of doping. We would also like to confirm that the rigorous investigation process and independent review of the facts by the Tennis Anti-Doping Agency (TADP) has allowed him to continue to compete in the tournament without suspension.
This situation was not easy for Jannick and his team to overcome. This incident only highlights the need for tennis players and the people around them to be extremely careful when using products or performing all possible procedures. Integrity is one of the most important factors in our sport,” the press release states.
2024-08-20 18:03:27