Jannik Sinnercurrently ranked No. 1 in the ATPwas in the centre of a Doping scandal after testing positive for a banned substance at the Indian Wells Masters 1000 in March. The controversy intensified when the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) declared him innocent, which sparked a debate throughout the tennis world.
Novak Djokovicwhich is ranked second in the ATPspoke openly about the case and highlighted problems within the system. “I understand the players’ frustration due to the lack of consistency,” noted Djokovic. “From what I understand, his case was basically resolved the moment it was announced. But I think it’s been five or six months since the news (of the positive tests) was broken to him and his team.”, explained the 24-time Grand Slam champion.
“So, yes, there are a lot of problems in the system. We see a lack of standardized and clear protocols. I can understand the feelings of many players who wonder if they are being treated in the same way. Hopefully the governing bodies of our sport can learn from this case and find a better approach in the future. I think collectively something needs to change and I think that is obvious,” Djokovic closed.
Doping case Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner tested positive for clostebol during the Indian Wells Masters 1000 in March. The ITIA determined that the positive test due to a mistake by Sinner’s physiotherapistwho unknowingly used a product containing the banned substance.
Italian Jannik Sinner trains ahead of the 2024 US Open. Jamie Squire/Getty Images
In response to the controversy, Sinner decided to part ways with two of his team’s physiotherapists. Giacomo Naldi And Umberto FerraraDespite the scandal Sinner received no ban and will compete in the US Openwhere he played against the American Mackenzie McDonald in the opening round.
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