Jannik Sinner Returns to ATP Tour: A Timely Comeback
After serving a three-month doping ban, tennis sensation Jannik Sinner makes his much-anticipated return at the Masters tournament in Rome. Here’s what you need to know about his comeback.
Sinner Dampens Expectations for Rome Return
Jannik Sinner is set to make his much-anticipated return to the ATP tour at the Masters tournament in Rome. The 23-year-old South Tyrolean has been out of action since January due to a three-month doping lockout.
“I’m here to see what level I’m at,” Sinner said ahead of the tournament. “The goal is Paris, but I’m just trying to enjoy the moment and build from there.”
“Difficult to live like this in tennis”
Sinner admits that the doping scandal and subsequent lockout has been challenging. “It’s difficult to live like this in tennis,” he says. “I always used to be the one who goes around and speaks to everyone, but now it feels different, it doesn’t feel good.”
He also revealed that he thought about retiring at the beginning of the year due to the stress and controversy surrounding his case. “I had a hard time accepting these three months. But my lawyer convinced me that worse alternatives threaten a process. Sometimes you have to choose the best at a very bad moment, and we did that.”
I understand that people are important to me, that they give you the strength to continue and smile on.— Jannik Sinner on the support he received during his lockout
Never in Danger of Losing Top Spot
Despite his absence, Sinner’s status as the world number one remained untouched. While other top competitors like Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Novak Djokovic have struggled with inconsistency, Sinner’s reign at the top has remained rock-solid.
About the Masters Tournament in Rome
| Tournament | Prize Money | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| Masters Tournament in Rome | €9,645,265 | Sand |
Sinner’s Journey to Rome
Sinner will begin his campaign in Rome against the winner of the match between Argentine Mariano Navone (ranked 99) and Italian wildcard player Federico Cina (ranked 323).
FAQs
- Why was Sinner banned? Traces of the doping agent Clostebol were found in Sinner’s system in March 2024. He claimed the substance was unknowingly introduced into his body.
- How long was Sinner’s ban? Sinner was banned for three months.
- What tournament is Sinner returning to? Sinner is making his comeback at the Masters tournament in Rome.
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