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Djokovic Criticizes Handling of Sinner Doping Case, Citing Opaque Process and Convenient Timing

The remarks refocus attention on WADA's three-month deal that cost Sinner Masters starts without affecting the Slams.

Overview

  • Speaking on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Novak Djokovic said he believes Jannik Sinner did not ingest Clostebol intentionally but remains responsible under anti‑doping rules.
  • Djokovic described the case as marked by a lack of transparency and incoherence, calling the short suspension between Grand Slams "very, very strange."
  • He did not dispute Morgan’s suggestion that a lower‑ranked player might have faced a longer ban, echoing perceptions of preferential treatment for a top star.
  • The WADA agreement reached in early February imposed a three‑month suspension that kept Sinner out of several Masters 1000 events while leaving Grand Slam participation intact.
  • Djokovic praised Sinner’s composure and continued success, yet said the doping episode would linger as a "cloud," noting other players had publicly alleged favoritism in similar situations.