This is how Jannik Sinner, immersed in a doping affair, handled the most difficult period of his career: “I spent sleepless nights”

After his victory against Jiri Lehecka in the quarter-final of the China Open (ATP 500), the Italian explained his state of mind: “It’s not a situation I like to be in. It is very delicate and difficult to manage, and also different from a normal life situation. But what I do know is that I always try to remind myself that I didn’t do anything wrong, which already gives a little advantage. I certainly had sleepless nights during this period. Now, again, this is not going to be easy.”

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Because the appeal before the Court of Arbitration for Sport could take several months to be processed. Which plunges the world number one back into a long period of doubt about the rest of his career. The World Anti-Doping Agency is calling for a suspension ranging from twelve to twenty-four months.

“This new chapter reminds me that this could potentially happen. Obviously, I’m disappointed to find myself in this situation again. I’m just trying to stay focused on my job and do everything I can to be ready for every game that I play.”

With his relatives and staff at his side who defend him tooth and nail because the entire Sinner clan is convinced of the integrity of the last winner of the US Open.

“It’s a very difficult moment for me but also for my teamcompleted the Transalpine. Car it’s not only me, but also the team who suffers from this story. To live these complicated moments as best as possible, I keep people close to me with whom I feel very good, people who know me. But it’s not easy, that’s for sure.”