Overview
- Djokovic told Piers Morgan he expects Sinner’s case to linger over his reputation, comparing it to how his own COVID-19 saga has followed him.
- He said he believes Sinner did not act intentionally but stressed that strict-liability rules mean the player remains responsible.
- Djokovic criticized what he called a lack of transparency, inconsistency, and the convenient placement of the ban between Grand Slams.
- Sinner twice tested positive for clostebol in March 2024, was initially found to have “no fault or negligence” by a tribunal, then accepted a WADA settlement for a three-month ban running Feb 9 to May 4, 2025.
- WADA said Sinner did not intend to cheat and cited entourage negligence, the ITIA defended evidence-based decisions, and the case continues to fuel debate even as Sinner has resumed winning majors.