Could 13, 2025 12:31 PM IST
TENNIS-ROME/ (PIX, TV):Tennis-Sinner grateful for Draper friendship throughout doping ban
Could 13 – World primary Jannik Sinner mentioned the help and friendship he acquired from Jack Draper throughout his three-month ban for a doping violation gave him the optimistic vitality he wanted to make it by means of a tough interval.
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Sinner accepted the ban following a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Company in February after authorities agreed that the anabolic agent clostebol inadvertently entered his system by means of massages from his physiotherapist.
Whereas some gamers raised questions on whether or not Sinner had acquired preferential remedy, Briton Draper stood by his fellow 23-year-old and the pair educated collectively forward of the Italian Open the place they’re competing this week.
“We find ourself in a great friendship because we’re very similar as people. We’re humble. We try to do our best on court. Off court, we’re very simple people,” Sinner instructed reporters.
“His support meant so much to me. Whoever supported me in this period, I really appreciate that. It was positive energy.”
Draper cracked the highest 5 on the earth rankings after profitable at Indian Wells in March and making the Madrid Open remaining and is showcasing his clay credentials forward of the French Open, which begins on Could 25.
He beat Vit Kopriva 6-4 6-3 in Rome on Sunday earlier than Sinner joined him within the final 16 with a 6-4 6-2 win over Jesper De Jong the next day.
“I’ve always been his biggest fan,” Sinner mentioned of Draper.
“When I can’t play or when he’s still in a tournament, I wish him only the best. Things are a bit more competitive now because he’s in the position where he is, a top-five player.
“But it surely does not matter as a result of off court docket, we’ve got an awesome friendship. I am certain we’ll maintain that all through our careers.”
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