Novak Djokovic has weighed in on the doping controversy surrounding World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, commending his doubles partner Nick Kyrgios for his candid remarks. Both players, currently preparing for the Australian Open warm-up event in Brisbane, addressed the ongoing doping cases in tennis during media sessions.
Kyrgios, known for his outspoken nature, criticized the doping violations involving Sinner and WTA No. 2 Iga Swiatek. He called the revelations “disgusting for our sport” and emphasized his commitment to clean competition, referencing his own injury struggles and refusal to resort to banned substances. Kyrgios also expressed frustration over the delayed handling of Sinner’s case, questioning the integrity of his team.
While Swiatek accepted a short suspension and has been cleared of wrongdoing, Sinner’s situation remains unresolved, with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) appealing the initial decision that absolved him. They are seeking a ban of up to two years for the Italian.
Djokovic echoed Kyrgios’ concerns about transparency and inconsistency in doping protocols, highlighting the prolonged uncertainty faced by some players. While maintaining his belief in Sinner’s character and commitment to clean sport, Djokovic criticized the lack of communication during the five-month investigation period.
Both Djokovic and Kyrgios will begin their 2025 campaigns in Brisbane, teaming up in doubles before launching their respective singles seasons.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
LWWWWWWLWW Ranked no.7, Novak played his last contest on the 13th of October when he was overcome by world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (draw).
During this season the Serbian has a compiled 37-9 win-loss record. The Serbian clinched 1 title in Paris. Novak was the runner-up in Wimbledon and Shanghai.
Novak Djokovic will face the world no.73 Rinky Hijikata in the 1st round. They have never played each other till now in top tournaments.
The Serbian conquered 1 title in 2024 in Paris. Novak reached the final in Wimbledon and in Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters).
The Serbian won 100 titles in his career: 53 on hard courts, 20 on clay courts, 19 on indoor courts and 8 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Brisbane (Brisbane International) on the 1st of January and () on the 13th of January.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
WWWWWWWWWW Currently ranked no.1, Jannik played his last match on the 24th of November when he beat world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(2) 6-2 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This season Jannik has managed to achieve a compiled 73-6 match record. Sinner clinched 8 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open, Shanghai and the Nitto ATP Finals. Jannik was the runner-up in Beijing.
Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner fought against each other 8 times. Their actual head to head record is 4-4. The last time they played each other, Jannik Sinner won 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters) on the 13th of October 2024.
You can see them in action in the following highlights.
Nick Kyrgios in 2024
Currently the world no.470, Nick played his last match on the 13th of June 2023 when he lost to world no.406 Yibing Wu 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
This year the Australian has a 0-1 win-loss record.
Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Nick Kyrgios |
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