Simona Halep, 31, banned for four years for anti-doping violationsThis was confirmed by the International Tennis Integrity Agency after his case was decided by an independent court.
The tennis player, former world number one and two-time Grand Slam winner, Tested positive for Roxadustat (a substance) during a surprise inspection in August 2022 Similar to the World Anti-Doping Agency’s EPO classification because it improves blood oxygenation.
A few days later, the Romanian played her final match in the first round of the U.S. Open and she was already aware of the situation Who succumbed to the unknown Ukrainian Darya Snigur. His entire squad was assembled by his new coach, Frenchman Patrick Mouratoglou (formerly coach of Serena Williams).
Halep exercised her right to request a counter-analysis, which confirmed the first positive result. The tennis player has been provisionally suspended since October 7 last year and is currently awaiting a ruling from the Tennis Integrity Unit, which was confirmed on Tuesday.
The agency responded to exumero one’s claims that she had taken a contaminated substance, But the amount of Roxadustat didn’t match the pharmaceutical error.
Haep will not be able to compete again By October 6, 2026, he will be 35 years old, then his career will be over.
It didn’t take long for the WTA to issue a statement In which he supports the International Tennis Integrity Agency’s decision and remembers players They must understand and comply with the latest anti-doping rules. Simone, who has defended her innocence in recent months, has the option of appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
On the Women’s Tour website, Halep currently has no ranking or points appearance. During his career, 24 individual championships stood out, Including 2018 French Open and 2019 Wimbledon.