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November 28th, 2024

SHOCK: Iga Swiatek Suspended One Month For Doping Violation

Another high profile doping case hits tennis.

Posted by Staff @ 11:46 am in Drug Testing | 13 Comments »

August 20th, 2024

Jannik Sinner Cleared Of Doping Charges, World No. 1 Will Play The US Open

Jannik Sinner was actually suspended for a few days in April.

Posted by Staff @ 9:47 pm in Drug Testing | 1 Comment »

March 5th, 2024

Simona Halep Wins Doping Appeal, Can Return To Tennis Immediately

Simona Halep is now eligible to return to pro tennis!

Posted by Staff @ 12:30 pm in Drug Testing | 2 Comments »

October 24th, 2023

Brooksby Slammed With 18 Month Ban For Missed Doping Tests

Jenson Brooksby is likely out another year, but not to injury.

Posted by Staff @ 10:59 pm in Drug Testing | Comments Off on Brooksby Slammed With 18 Month Ban For Missed Doping Tests

September 12th, 2023

Simona Halep Slapped With 4-Year Doping Ban, Plans To Appeal

Is Simona Halep’s career over?

Posted by Staff @ 1:50 pm in Drug Testing | 9 Comments »

May 19th, 2023

Simona Halep Hit With Another Doping Charge

Simona Halep’s doping troubles continue.

Posted by Staff @ 11:33 pm in Drug Testing | Comments Off on Simona Halep Hit With Another Doping Charge

January 2nd, 2023

Simona Halep: “2023 Show Me The Sun Please”

Simona Halep hopes for a better year.

Posted by Staff @ 10:51 am in 2023 Season, Drug Testing | 2 Comments »

October 21st, 2022

Simona Halep Provisionally Suspended For Doping Violation

Simona Halep has been suspended from the tour for a doping violation.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 10:25 am in Drug Testing | 1 Comment »

January 7th, 2021

Dayana Yastremka Provisionally Suspended Due To Positive Doping Test

One of the bright stars on the WTA will be off the tour for some time.

Posted by Staff @ 1:02 pm in Australian Open, Drug Testing | Comments Off on Dayana Yastremka Provisionally Suspended Due To Positive Doping Test

April 20th, 2020

Nicolas Jarry Suspended 11 Months For Doping Violation

if tennis returns before November, Top 100 talent Nicolas Jarry won’t be allowed to play.

Posted by Staff @ 4:31 pm in Drug Testing | 2 Comments »

January 4th, 2018

Thomaz Bellucci Busted For Doping, Suspended Until February

Former Brazilian No. 1 has been serving a silent ban since September 1.

Posted by Staff @ 8:45 pm in Drug Testing | 12 Comments »

June 23rd, 2017

Dan Evans Busted For Cocaine

British No. 3 Dan Evans is facing a 4-year ban from tennis.

Posted by Staff @ 1:50 pm in Drug Testing | 25 Comments »

March 14th, 2017

Should Maria Sharapova Be Allowed To Get Wildcards?

The debate rages on.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 2:43 pm in Drug Testing, WTA Tour | 7 Comments »

March 12th, 2017

Caroline Wozniacki Isn’t Thrilled Maria Sharapova Can Get Wildcards After Drug Ban

Should dopers like Maria Sharapova be able to use wildcard after serving their suspension? Many players say no.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 2:52 pm in Drug Testing, Indian Wells | 81 Comments »

October 5th, 2016

4 Thoughts On Maria Sharapova’s Appeal “Victory”

What’s the future hold for Maria Sharapova?

Posted by Sean Randall @ 4:07 pm in Drug Testing | 6 Comments »