The former Wimbledon finalist faces a ban after a positive drug test during a tournament.
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The former Wimbledon finalist faces a ban after a positive drug test during a tournament.
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has received a provisional suspension after testing positive for cocaine. The 31-year-old failed a doping test during the Mallorca Open on June 22, and the World Anti-Doping Agency accredited laboratory confirmed the presence of a cocaine metabolite on July 17, 2026.
The International Tennis Integrity Agency announced that the suspension has been in place since August 4. Under it, Kyrgios cannot play, coach at, or attend any events sanctioned by the tennis tours, though he can appeal the provisional suspension and has not done so yet.
In a statement on Instagram, Kyrgios wrote he made "a huge mistake" and takes "full responsibility." He apologized to his fans, family, sponsors, and especially to the children who follow him, writing, "I know the example this sets and I’m deeply disappointed in myself."
The tennis star faces a potential ban of up to four years, but the exact length depends on the circumstances. If he can prove the drug was taken out of competition, the maximum ban would be three months, the BBC reported. The sample, however, was submitted during a tournament where he played singles, losing in the first round.
Kyrgios has played sparingly in recent years, now ranked 919th, and has been plagued by injuries requiring numerous surgeries, including a complete reconstruction of his right wrist in 2024. He said the injuries have taken a "huge toll" both mentally and physically, making it difficult to accept the end of his career.
He said this incident served as a "wake-up call" and promised to "do the work and come back better." The BBC reported he also plans to step away from social media and public life for 28 days to focus on himself.
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