Kyrgios Criticizes Sinner's Three-Month Doping Ban

Nick Kyrgios has publicly criticized the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) decision to impose a three-month doping ban on world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, arguing that the punishment is too lenient and highlights a lack of fairness in tennis. Sinner tested positive for clostebol, which he attributed to accidental contamination during a massage, and although the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) initially cleared him, WADA sought a longer ban. Ultimately, Sinner accepted a shorter suspension, allowing him to return in time for the French Open, which starts on May 25. Kyrgios expressed his disappointment on social media, questioning the integrity of the sport and the decision-making process of tennis authorities. Additionally, the Novak Djokovic-founded Professional Tennis Players Association criticized the lack of transparency in the doping system. This controversy raises broader concerns about the effectiveness and fairness of anti-doping regulations in tennis.