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Jannik Sinner Returns to Competition at Italian Open After Doping Ban

The world No. 1 faces Mariano Navone in his first match following a three-month suspension for inadvertent clostebol contamination.

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Jannik Sinner's "Carota Boys" fans are a distinctive sight in the stands during the Italian's matches
Italy's Jannik Sinner is building towards the French Open on clay in Rome

Overview

  • Jannik Sinner officially returns to professional tennis at the 2025 Italian Open, beginning his campaign against Mariano Navone on May 10.
  • Sinner retained his ATP world No. 1 ranking with 9,730 points despite losing 2,100 ranking points during his suspension.
  • The three-month WADA ban stemmed from two positive tests for clostebol, which Sinner attributed to accidental contamination by his entourage.
  • Peers including Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal welcomed Sinner's return, with Alcaraz emphasizing Sinner's importance to the sport and Nadal noting the challenges of match-readiness after a layoff.
  • Sinner expressed gratitude for the strong fan support in Rome and set low expectations for the tournament, viewing it as a step toward regaining his form ahead of the French Open.