Jannik Sinner’s legal team has expressed strong concerns following the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) decision to appeal a ruling that cleared him of doping allegations. WADA is seeking a suspension of one to two years after Sinner tested positive for an anabolic steroid in March. Despite a tribunal clearing him of any fault, WADA contends that the tribunal’s conclusion was flawed【6†source】【7†source】【14†source】.
Sinner’s lawyer emphasized that this appeal contradicts the positive outcomes from three prior hearings, all of which favored the world No. 1. The lawyer questioned the necessity of asking a different set of judges to reassess the same evidence, suggesting it creates unnecessary complications in the case【6†source】【7†source】. Sinner himself expressed disappointment and surprise at WADA’s actions, stating, “I was not expecting it,” and he reiterated his commitment to cooperating fully with the appeal process【13†source】【14†source】.
The appeal will be heard by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), but Sinner can continue to compete while the case is under review. He is currently preparing to defend his title at the Australian Open in January【6†source】【7†source】. The situation remains fluid, and both Sinner and his team maintain that he has nothing to hide, emphasizing the lack of intentional wrongdoing【6†source】【14†source】.