Jannik Sinner Faces Doping Appeal Ahead of Shanghai Masters

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner expressed discomfort over the ongoing doping case that has overshadowed his season, following two positive tests for the banned steroid clostebol in March. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is appealing a decision by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) that cleared him of wrongdoing, seeking a ban of up to two years. Sinner's legal team contends that the contamination occurred unintentionally through his physiotherapist, who used a spray on a cut before massaging Sinner. Despite the uncertainty, he reached the China Open final, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz, and is preparing for his first match at the Shanghai Masters against Taro Daniel. Sinner stated the situation is not easy, but he remains optimistic about a positive outcome in the appeal process. He acknowledged the challenges of competing under such pressure but feels ready to continue his campaign.