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Jannik Sinner's three-month doping ban met with mixed reactions: 'Sad day for tennis'


Published on 2025-02-15 10:45:28 - Firstpost
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  • World No 1 Jannik Sinner accepted a three-month suspension for twice testing positive for banned substance Clostebol in March last year, with WADA also formally withdrawing the appeal that they had filed before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

The article from Firstpost discusses the controversy surrounding Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner, who was banned for three months by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after testing positive for a banned substance. The substance in question was found in a medication he was taking for a shoulder injury, which he had been using under medical supervision. Sinner, ranked among the top young talents in tennis, claimed he was unaware that the medication contained a banned substance. The ban has sparked a debate about the strict liability rule in doping, where athletes are held responsible for any substance found in their system, regardless of intent. Reactions have been mixed, with some supporting WADA's stringent policies to maintain the integrity of sports, while others, including fans and some sports commentators, argue for more leniency considering the circumstances, especially since Sinner's use was not for performance enhancement but for medical treatment. The incident has raised questions about the clarity of doping regulations and the support systems for athletes in managing their health while adhering to anti-doping rules.

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