World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner has reached a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency after two positive drug tests in 2024. Sinner has accepted a three-month ban from tennis, admitting partial responsibility for team mistakes that led to him testing positive for traces of clostebol. The suspension will allow him to participate in the upcoming French Open, starting on May 25. Sinner maintains that the banned substance entered his system unintentionally when his physiotherapist used a spray containing it to treat a cut before providing treatment. WADA confirmed that Sinner did not intend to cheat but is still responsible for the actions of his entourage. The agreement between Sinner and WADA also allows him to compete in the Rome Open after the suspension ends, providing relief to his fans. The long doping saga has been a controversy for Sinner as he rose to become the top player in men’s tennis and a Grand Slam winner. Initially facing a two-year ban, Sinner’s case was appealed by WADA to CAS before the settlement was reached. Saturday’s announcement marks the end of a challenging chapter for the 23-year-old Italian player, who can now focus on returning to the court and competing at the highest level once again.
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