Tennis world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, known for his praised forehand skills, is currently grabbing attention, but not for good reasons. It has come to light that Sinner, who tested positive not once but twice for the use of anabolic steroids in March. But now he will not receive any suspension. According to the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA), the substances entered Sinner’s body ‘unintentionally’. This news has sparked controversy, with many expressing doubts about the ITIA’s decision.
Tennis stars on Jannik Sinner
As mentioned, several opinions are currently being expressed, from Australian Nick Kyrgios to 2017 Davis Cup-winning team member French Lucas Pouille. Everyone is weighing in on this significant case. Before we get into the tennis players’ reactions, it is noteworthy that although Sinner is not suspended, he will lose a substantial $325,000 in prize money and 400 ‘well-earned’ ranking points. Regardless of whether the anabolic steroids entered Sinner’s body unintentionally through a massage or not, this has clearly become a hot topic among tennis stars. Let’s take a look at what they are saying about the Jannik Sinner case.
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