Simona Halep remained completely shocked after learning that she was suspended for doping. The former world number 1 tested positive at the US Open for Roxadustat, a drug that is banned.

What is Roxadustat?

Roxadustat is a new drug indicated for the treatment of adults with symptomatic anemia associated with chronic kidney disease. It improves iron absorption and mobilization. Simona Halep declared that only a very small amount of that substance was found in her samples. She will fight hard to clear her name.

Simona Halep in 2022

Now the world no.9, Halep played her last match on the 29^th of August when she surrendered to world no.116 Daria Snigur 6-2 0-6 6-4

in the 1^st round of the U.S. Open (draw).

This season the Romanian has achieved a 39-11 record. Halep conquered 2 titles in 2022 in Melbourne and Toronto.

Simona Halep

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