Jannik Sinner is facing a tough time in his tennis journey, but there’s hope from Goran Ivanisevic, Novak Djokovic‘s ex-coach, that the Italian will keep playing. This 23-year-old has been a powerhouse on the ATP Tour in 2024. Yet, everything could change if the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) decides against him in an ongoing case.
Sinner has reached at least the quarter-finals in every tournament this year and even snagged two major titles. He sits comfortably at the top of the ATP Rankings, far ahead of Alexander Zverev. However, all these achievements hang by a thread due to a possible suspension.
The issue arises from a positive test for clostebol during Indian Wells Open. Although initially cleared by ITIA for no wrongdoing, WADA wasn’t satisfied and challenged this decision . Now everyone waits anxiously to see if Sinner can continue competing or face a ban.
| Name | Age | Points | Stats 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| it Jannik Sinner | 23 | 15,405 | 33 - 3 |
Uncertain Future Ahead:
Tennis fans are divided; some support Sinner while others believe he should be banned. Opinions vary widely about how his case was handled. Even Ivanisevic has thoughts on it.
Ivanisevic stopped coaching Djokovic in 2024 and is now working with Elena Rybakina starting 2025. In an interview with SportKlub, he discussed various subjects like his new role and Sinner’s situation.
Having dealt with Marin Cilic’s similar case before, Ivanisevic sympathizes with Sinner’s plight. He hopes that those involved don’t aim to ruin lives over doping cases.
Fans might wonder why such situations arise so often in sports today .
Ivanisevic wishes CAS will allow Sinner to play because tennis needs him right now: “I sincerely hope they leave him alone and that they let him play; tennis needs Sinner.”
What do you think? Should Jannik be allowed back on court?
