Simona Halep Cleared to Return to Tennis After Doping Ban Reduced

Former world No. 1's four-year suspension cut to nine months by Court of Arbitration for Sport, allowing immediate comeback.

Simona Halep's four-year doping ban was reduced to nine months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, enabling her immediate return to professional tennis.
The reduction came after Halep successfully appealed, arguing her positive test for the banned substance roxadustat was unintentional and due to a contaminated supplement.
Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion, has not competed since the 2022 U.S. Open, where she tested positive.
Following the ruling, Halep received an invitation to participate in the Miami Open, marking a significant step in her comeback.
Halep is pursuing legal action against the supplement company she blames for the contamination, seeking over $10 million in damages.