Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner is nearing the end of a three-month doping suspension, and support from legends like Rafael Nadal and Jack Draper is helping sway public opinion in his favor. The 23-year-old, who was ranked No. 2 globally before the ban, tested positive for a contaminated supplement—a fact confirmed in arbitration, leading to a reduced suspension.
Nadal, speaking after a training session in Mallorca, said, “Jannik is one of the most professional players I’ve met. I know he would never cheat.” Draper added during a recent press conference, “This hate campaign against him is unfair and uninformed.”
Sinner has been training privately in Monaco, and his agent confirmed he will return for the Italian Open in Rome. Fans are already buzzing with anticipation, many viewing his comeback as a redemption arc. Social media trends like #SinnerReturns and #JusticeForJannik have gained traction.
His absence left a gap in ATP competition, and many believe his return will reignite rivalries with Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev. For now, Sinner’s focus remains on proving that resilience and class can outlast controversy. His team promises a formal press conference next week to discuss his full side of the story.