Wimbledon Titles Won by Sinner, Swiatek Post-Doping Suspensions

Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek both won their first Wimbledon singles titles in 2025 amidst controversy due to their previous positive tests for banned substances. Sinner tested positive twice for the anabolic steroid clostebol, which was traced back to an accidental transfer from his physiotherapist's over-the-counter spray, leading to a three-month suspension which he accepted to avoid a protracted legal battle. Swiatek accepted a one-month suspension after testing positive for trimetazidine (TMZ), a heart medication, shortly before the 2024 US Open. Despite their suspensions, both players returned to claim historic victories at Wimbledon, with Sinner becoming the first Italian man to win the title and Swiatek achieving the first double bagel in a Wimbledon final in over a century. Nick Kyrgios highlighted the doping history by posting an asterisk on social media, suggesting their titles should carry a mark due to their suspensions, a sentiment that underscores the ongoing debate about fairness and integrity in tennis. Both champions have expressed emotional resilience, with Sinner reflecting on his challenging season and the significance of his victory over rival Carlos Alcaraz.