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Jannik Sinner Returns with a Win After Doping Suspension

The World No. 1 secured a straight-sets victory at the Rome Masters as he works to regain form for the French Open.

Jannik Sinner pusht sich nach einem gewonnen Punkt
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Overview

  • Jannik Sinner marked his return to professional tennis with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Mariano Navone in the second round of the Rome Masters.
  • The Italian star served a three-month suspension following two positive tests for the banned substance Clostebol in 2024.
  • Sinner emphasized the importance of match practice at his home tournament in Rome to prepare for the French Open starting May 25.
  • His next opponent in the Rome Masters is Jesper De Jong, ranked 93rd in the world, with potential matchups against top players like Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev later in the tournament.
  • The timing of Sinner's suspension, falling between the Australian Open and Roland Garros, has drawn criticism from some of his professional peers.