Jannik Sinner‘s doping case is still ongoing despite being allowed to compete.
Earlier this year in March, Sinner tested positive for clostebol, a banned substance. He quickly explained how it happened, and an independent investigation began.
After the investigation, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) cleared him of any wrongdoing.
| Name | Age | Points | Stats 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇹 Jannik Sinner | 23 | 15,405 | 33 - 3 |
WADA’s Appeal:
Sinner got the substance from a massage by his physio, Giacomo Naldi, who used it for his own wound. This explanation was accepted by ITIA, allowing Sinner to continue playing. However, the news caused a big stir among fans and players alike.
Despite this clearance, WADA reviewed the case and decided to appeal. They acknowledged that Sinner didn’t take clostebol knowingly but argued he shouldn’t be exempt from punishment.
Fans might think this whole situation is very confusing and unfair.
According to WADA’s statement, they are challenging the no-fault ruling and seeking a one-to-two-year ban for Sinner through the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
“The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) confirms that on Thursday 26 September, it lodged an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in the case of Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner,” said WADA in their statement. “It is WADA’s view that the finding of ‘no fault or negligence’ was not correct under the applicable rules.”
“This could mean a period of ineligibility between one and two years,” they added.
This situation poses a significant problem for Sinner as he just won the US Open and holds the number one spot on ATP Tour. If CAS rules against him, his career might face a lengthy halt.
It’s all quite technical and complicated but definitely bad news for Sinner as he braces himself for more anxious months ahead.
What do you think about this? Should he be punished?
