Tennis Star Suspended After Testing Positive for Cocaine
A former tennis star and Wimbledon finalist was suspended earlier this season after testing positive for cocaine use.
Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has been suspended after testing positive for cocaine use at an ATP event earlier this season. Kyrgios, 31, said he faced challenges adapting to being near the end of his career following two years of injuries. He provided a sample at the Mallorca Championships in June, which was confirmed to contain a cocaine metabolite on July 17.
In a statement, Kyrgios admitted that his suspension, in place since August 4, does not excuse his failed test and subsequent ban, but acknowledged that he "made a huge mistake" and takes full responsibility. He also expressed regret to his fans, family, sponsors, and especially to the young children who follow him on social media, acknowledging the example his actions set.
Kyrgios has dealt with a series of injuries in recent years, playing only four matches in 2026 after undergoing a full wrist reconstruction in September 2023 due to a ruptured ligament. He missed the Australian Open that year after being eliminated in the first round the previous season while dealing with abdominal discomfort.
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