Kyrgios admits ‘huge mistake’ after failing test for cocaine
The 31-year-old, who reached the final at Wimbledon in 2022, failed a doping test during an ATP event in Mallorca, Spain, on June 22.
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios admitted on Instagram that he had made a "huge mistake" after testing positive for cocaine. The 31-year-old failed a doping test during an ATP event in Mallorca, Spain, on June 22. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) confirmed the presence of benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine, on 17 July 2026.
Kyrgios took full responsibility for his actions, apologizing to his fans, family, sponsors, and anyone close to him. He expressed deep disappointment in himself, acknowledging the example his actions set and the effect on children who follow him. Despite his talent, Kyrgios has struggled with injuries throughout his career, which have limited his success.
He is now ranked 919 and has not played much singles tennis in recent years. Kyrgios admitted that the injuries had taken a huge toll on him both physically and mentally. He stated that this incident has given him a wake-up call and that he is committed to doing the necessary work to come back better. The suspension has been in place since August 4, and Kyrgios is not allowed to play, coach, or attend any events organized or sanctioned by World Tennis, WTA, ATP, the Grand Slams, or any national association during this time.
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