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Wednesday, Dec 25

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Djokovic eyes more Slam glory as Swiatek returns under doping cloud

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Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, who is gunning for a third Melbourne Park trophy

John Isner tells crazy story about doping control in airport bathroom

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John Isner told quite a story on the latest episode of his podcast as the former American tennis star claims an an anti-doping offical once followed him to an airport's bathroom so he could collect a sample for a doping test.

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IV drips and doping: What has Max Purcell admitted to, and what’s next?

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Australian Max Purcell has been provisionally suspended after using a “prohibited method”. We delve into the case.

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‘(Jannik) Sinner Has Lost His Image’ – Tennis Legend Makes a Bold Claim Amidst the Italian’s Doping Saga

“I haven’t done anything wrong!” – these were the quotes of Jannik Sinner during an interview at the 2024 US Open, addressing mounting criticism about his continued presence in tennis after the infamous doping incident. Despite the…

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American Legend Questions Iga Swiatek’s 2025 Season After a Turbulent Year of Coaching Changes and Doping Saga

Iga Swiątek suffered ups and downs last season. First, she parted ways with her coach, Tomasz Wiktorowski, in October after three years of partnership. Then, a month later, she tested positive for the banned substance Trimetazidine(TMZ).…

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2024 in review: Sabalenka’s dominance, Djokovic hires Murray, Swiatek faces doping fallout, Kyrgios returns

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SYDNEY, Dec 25 — Novak Djokovic is confident he can still win Grand Slams, starting at the Australian Open, with the Ser...

Novak Djokovic Eyes More Grand Slam Glory As Iga Swiatek Returns Under Doping Cloud

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It is the first season since 37-year-old Djokovic began playing that none of the other so-called "Big Four" will be on the other side of the net following the retirements this year of Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray.

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Questions emerge about data used by China to defend against doping allegations

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The finding raises more questions about explanations from China and WADA as to why elite Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance.

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Djokovic has sights set on more glory as Swiatek returns under doping cloud

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As doubts grew over Djokovic's motivation and ability to take down the new guard after a disappointing 2024, he stunned the tennis world by hiring Murray to coach him.

Tuesday, Dec 24

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‘Jannik Sinner is completely innocent in doping case – no chance he was trying to do anything illegal’

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"There's no chance that he was trying to do anything illegal and it wasn't his fault at all."

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Nick Kyrgios Dubbed an ‘Egocentric’ as Jannik Sinner’s Compatriot Weighs In on Doping Controversy

Jannik Sinner’s 2024 season was nothing short of extraordinary. From being involved in a doping controversy to clinching two major titles and reaching the ATP number one spot, the ATP star experienced the ups and downs that professional…

Questions Emerge About Data Used by China to Defend Against Doping Allegations

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China and the World Anti-Doping Agency say that positive tests for a banned drug among elite Chinese swimmers were a result of unwitting contamination. But the science behind that assertion is not so clear.

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Jannik Sinner doping case: Former No 1 hopes ‘nothing happens’ with WADA appeal

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Sinner is waiting for the outcome of a WADA appeal into his case.

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Simona Halep’s Doping Case Sparks Debate as Ex-Pro Highlights Major Learnings From Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner’s Saga

The 2024 tennis season was a rollercoaster. From Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner‘s doping scandal to Joao Fonseca’s rise, the season was nothing short of dramatic. However, what truly struck a chord with the tennis fraternity was Simona…

Max Purcell Accepts Ban For Anti-Doping Breach, Grand Slam Doubles Winner Set to Miss Australian Open 2025 (See Post)

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Reigning US Open doubles winner Max Purcell has been provisionally suspended following a reported breach of the sport's anti-doping regulations. Purcell took the help of social media making the news public and cleared the situation.

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Australian tennis star Purcell provisionally suspended for doping

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Two-time Grand Slam doubles champion Max Purcell has taken a voluntary suspension for breaking anti-doping rules, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said on Monday. The Australian, who is ranked …

Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek’s Doping Saga Sparks Ex-American Pros’ Outrage Over ‘Annoying’ Testing Issues

Doping controversies currently rattle the tennis world! Professional tennis players have now become increasingly worried about unintentional doping violations due to contamination, especially after the recent high-profile cases involving…

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Nick Kyrgios' damning statement after Max Purcell doping case: 'Tennis is in the mud'

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Nick Kyrgios' latest post about the state of tennis was seemingly a reaction to the Max Purcell doping news as the 2022 Wimbledon runner-up stated that tennis is "in the mud at the moment."

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Players on edge after Sinner and Swiatek doping cases

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Time out of the game to serve or fight a doping ban means a loss of income for players.

Monday, Dec 23

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U.S. Open champion reveals 'devastating' news about anti-doping violation

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The 26-year-old Australian admitted to breaking anti-doping rules and has been provisionally suspended while under investigation.