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• [UPDATED SF]. Prediction, H2H of Yue Yuan’s draw vs Boulter, Shnaider to win the Hong Kong

Yue Yuan is 2 wins away to conquer the title in Hong Kong. Yue has defeated Simona Halep 6-3 6-3, Nao Hibino 4-6 7-5 6-2 and Sofia Kenin 6-3 6-3 to reach the semifinal where she will face Katie Boulter. Draw prediction with head to head records This is Yue Yuan’s projected draw includingherpresumable opponents […]...2024
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• [UPDATED QF]. Prediction, H2H of Yue Yuan’s draw vs Kenin, Boulter, Shnaider to win the Hong Kong

Yue Yuan is 3 wins away to conquer the title in Hong Kong. The Chinese has defeated Simona Halep 6-3 6-3 and Nao Hibino 4-6 7-5 6-2 to reach the quarter where she will face Sofia Kenin. Draw prediction with head to head records This is Yue Yuan’s projected draw withherpresumable opposition in Hong Kong […]...2024
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• Simona Halep's heartfelt response to social media critics

Former world number one Simona Halep has appreciated the response she has received from fans on the social media platform after her recent outing. The...2024
• WTA roundup: Yuan Yue rallies to win in Hong Kong

No. 6 seed Yuan Yue came back from down 3-0 in the second set to win the last six games of the match and defeat former world No. 1 Simona Halep on Monday in the opening round of the Hong Kong Open....2024
• Halep falls to Yuan in Hong Kong first round: “It’s better than last time, so I take it as a positive.”

Playing on the same court where she celebrated her only victory after returning from a doping ban, Simona Halep fell in straight sets to sixth seed Yuan Yue, losing 6-3 6-3 in the first round of the Hong Kong Tennis Open. As Halep struggled to find her footing, tallying 19 unforced errors that outweighed her […]...2024
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• Halep to stay 'patient' after another comeback loss

Former Wimbledon champion Simona Halep loses on her latest WTA Tour comeback, having won just once since returning from a doping ban in March....2024

• ITIA CEO Defends Process in Sinner Steroid Case
"The way we manage cases does not change, irrespective of the profile of the player involved," ITIA CEO Karen Moorhouse said. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, October 17, 2024 Photo credit: Hector Retamal/AFP/Getty Jannik Sinner did not receive special treatment in his doping case, International Tennis Integrity Agency CEO Karen Moorhouse said in a sta...2024
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• Halep Falls to Blinkova In Comeback Bid at Hong Kong
The former World No.1 is thrilled to be back on court. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Thursday October 3, 2024 Two-time major champion Simona Halep has returned to tennis after a four-month injury hiatus. The former World No.1, who returned to the sport in Miami after having her four-year doping ban reduced to nine months, took a wild card into the Hong Kong 125 draw and won her first-round ma...2024
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• Simona Halep elated after being back on court and winning a match after long time

Simona Halep made a triumphant return to the tennis court, winning her first match after an extended break. The former world No. 1, who had been sidelined due to injury, expressed her elation at being back in action. “Words cannot describe the feeling of being out there on court competing – and winning my first […]...2024
• Simona Halep back to play home tournament
Simona Halep has revealed which tournament she will play in next after her injury return. The Romanian declared that she would be going to Hong Kong to compete in the Hong Kong 125 Open. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) initially imposed a four-year ban on Halep after she tested positive for Roxadustat during the […]...2024
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• Federer: Unanswered Question Key to Sinner Case
"I understand the frustration of, 'Has he been treated the same as others?'" Roger Federer told Today Show. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Photo credit: Corleve/Mark Peterson NEW YORK—Roger Federer believes Jannik Sinner's explanation of how a banned steroid entered his system. The Swiss superstar said questions of consistency i...2024
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• DOPING. Simona Halep laments that Jannik Sinner’s case was managed differently

Simona Halep has spoken out about her doping case, which severely damaged her career and caused her much suffering in relation to Jannik Sinner’s doping case. At the US Open in September 2022, Halep tested positive for the prohibited substance roxadustat, and a provisional suspension was imposed. Then, this was maintained and given a four-year […]...2024
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• Players React to Sinner's Doping Revelation, Call for Level Playing Field
The revelation that Jannik Sinner failed two doping tests and had two brief provisional suspensions in secrecy has sent shockwaves through the tennis world. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday August 21, 2024 The revelation that Jannik Sinner failed not one but two doping tests in March, and both times was able to avoid suspension in the nick of time, before anybody outside of his inner c...2024
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• Simona Halep reveals her doping suspension being cut short was 'bigger than Grand Slams, bigger than No. 1'
Romanian tennis ace Simona Halep returned to tennis action after her four-year doping ban was reduced to nine months by the Court of Arbitration for Sports....2024
• 'It’s too difficult to go through this,' Simona Halep expresses what changes need to be incorporated into the anti-doping policies and their enforcement

Earlier this week, Simona Halep announced that she would be taking a break from tennis after a knee injury put the brakes on her comeback. She was banned from competing on the circuit in October 2022 due to two violations of two anti-doping policies....2024
• Knee Injury Curtails Simona Halep's Comeback
The Romanian takes to Instagram to explain her current status. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Saturday July 20, 2024 Simona Halep’s comeback to the WTA Tour is in a holding pattern due to a lingerning knee issue. The Romanian took to social media on Friday to update her status. The Romanian, who has played just two matches since her comeback commenced with a return to the tour at the ...2024
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• Halep sues Canadian company over supplement linked to her failed doping test

Romanian tennis star Simona Halep is taking legal action against the Canadian company responsible for a dietary supplement she alleges led to her doping violation and subsequent four-year ban from the sport, a sanction that could potentially end her career. The two-time Grand Slam champion is pursuing damages exceeding $10 million from Quantum Nutrition, trading […]...2024

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"Women's tennis star Simona Halep."

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"Simona Halep, already provisionally suspended since October, has been charged with a second breach of doping rules, the International Tennis Integrity Agency said Friday."

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" Australian Open 2019 results: Novak Djokovic cruises; Simona Halep wins after rough start "

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"Watch Simona Halep take on Caroline Wozniacki for the women's Australian Open title"

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"French Open 2017: Simona Halep advances to final over Karolina Pliskova"

• Zhang Shuai's Message: Do Not Give Up On Your Dreams
After snapping a 24-match losing streak earlier this week, Zhang Shuai waxes poetic. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Sunday September 29, 2024 After enduring the second longest winning streak in Open Era history, China’s Zhang Shuai is now building a winning streak. The 35-year-old, who snapped a 24-match losing streak earlier this week at the China Open, has won three straight matches on...2024
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• Players React to Sinner's Doping Revelation, Call for Level Playing Field
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• DOPING. Simona Halep defends coach Mouratoglou after ugly ban

Former world No. 1 tennis player Simona Halep has broken her silence on the controversy surrounding her suspension from the sport and her subsequent return to competition. Amid claims of manipulation and speculation regarding her relationship with coach Patrick Mouratoglou, Halep has offered insights into her experience and gratitude for the support she has received. […]...2024
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• Simona Halep was nervous about returning to tennis after her doping ban appeal

Flying to Florida for the Miami Open, where she would be playing in a professional tennis match for the first time in 1 1/2 years after a doping ban was reduced on appeal, Simona Halep turned to her mother and offered a bit of a confession....2024
• ‘She’s a strong woman’: players offer support to grieving Aryna Sabalenka

World No 2’s boyfriend died after an ‘apparent suicide’Sabalenka due to play best friend Badosa on ThursdayPaula Badosa admits it will be “uncomfortable” facing best friend Aryna Sabalenka at the Miami Open following the death of the world No 2’s boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov.Sabalenka was pictured on social media practising on Tuesday a day after 42-year-old former ice hockey player Koltsov died i...2024
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• VIDEO. Simona Halep spotted training in Miami ahead of her comeback after doping ban

Video footage has emerged showing former world No. 1 tennis player Simona Halep engaged in training sessions in Miami as she prepares for her comeback following a doping ban. The glimpses of Halep’s training regimen offer insight into her dedication and determination to return to top form despite facing adversity. While details surrounding the duration […]...2024
• On Unveils Apparel Collection and The Roger Clubhouse Shoe
On stars Ben Shelton and Iga Swiatek will wear the brand's new apparel line. By Alberto Amalfi | @Tennis_Now | Friday, March 8, 2024 On stars will sport sharp new looks this spring. World No. 1 Iga Swiatek and Ben Shelton, On ambassadors, will wear the Swiss brand's new high-performance tennis apparel line. More: Simona Halep Will Return at Miami Open Here's a sne...2024
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• Medvedev: Managing Mirage and Coach Simon Strengths
Indian Wells finalist Daniil Medvedev tells TN's Chris Oddo why Gilles Simon is the right coach for him. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 A mirage maker on court, Daniil Medvedev faced desert deception in his Indian Wells return this week. “First day I came here I guess there was a sandstorm the day before I arrived so I went on center court it was lig...2024
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• Simona Halep receives the official Miami Open wildcard to kickstart her comeback after a tedious legal battle

Romanian pro Simona Halep’s tennis dream continues after emerging victorious in a tedious legal battle. After facing more than a year on the sidelines, the 32-year-old is allowed to return to court. Helping her kick-start her tennis journey again is the Miami Open, which offered the Romanian a wild-card entry to their tournament....2024

• ITIA CEO Defends Process in Sinner Steroid Case
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• Swiatek appoints new coach: Osaka’s Wim Fissette

Just two weeks after parting ways with long-time coach Tomasz Wiktorowski, world No. 1 Iga Swiatek has found a new team member in Belgian coach Wim Fissette, renowned for his work with top players like Naomi Osaka, Simona Halep, and Angelique Kerber. Fissette, who recently ended his collaboration with Osaka, brings a wealth of experience, […]...2024
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• Iga Swiatek Hires Wim Fissette as New Coach
"I want to say that I'm very excited and looking forward to working with Wim," world No. 1 said. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, October 17, 2024 Photo credit: Robert Prange/Getty Iga Swiatek has selected a familiar face as new coach. World No. 1 Swiatek announced she's hired veteran Wim Fissette as her new coach. More: Rafael Nadal Announces Reti...2024
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• Federer: Unanswered Question Key to Sinner Case
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• WTA Tour – Tuesday, May 14, 2024 final results

– Simona Halep was to return Tuesday, only her second match since she served a......2024
• 'Like a truck hit you': Simona Halep opens up on her feelings when she found out about testing positive for banned substance

Romanian tennis ace Simona Halep has opened up about her feelings when she first heard about testing positive for a banned substance. The 32-year-old has said that it felt like she was hit by a truck when she first found out about the results of her doping test....2024
• "He Can Get Better" - Darren Cahill Says Jannik Sinner Still Has Plenty of Room to Grow His Game
The legendary coach and Sinner are lockstep in their belief in process and constant evolution. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday April 1, 2024 Dominating the sport for the first three months of the 2024 season is not enough, says Darren Cahill, the man they call the “papa” of Jannik Sinner’s coaching team. The Aussie spoke to reporters after Sinner completed his run to t...2024
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• WTA Miami – Tuesday, March 19, 2024 final results

– It’s the day Simona Halep must surely have thought, at times, would never come.......2024
• Badosa: Halep Will Be Back on Top Very Soon
Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's comeback then made a bold prediction for her future. By Alberto Amalfi | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 20, due 202 Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's comeback—then praised her potential with a bold prediction. Former world No. 2 Badosa rallied for a 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over Halep in her Miami Open opener on Tuesday....2024
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• Paula Badosa tops Halep in the 1st round to battle vs Sabalenka at the Miami Open. HIGHLIGHTS, INTERVIEW – MIAMI RESULTS

Paula Badosa Gibert downs Simona Halep 1-6 6-4 6-3 in the 1st round in Miami on Tuesday. Badosa will seek to keep on going in this event against Aryna Sabalenka in the 2nd round. The match lasted 1 hour and 58 minutes. Her best result in this competition was reaching the quarter in 2022. Here […]...2024
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• Iga Swiatek Hires Wim Fissette as New Coach
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• Knee Injury Curtails Simona Halep's Comeback
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• Swiatek, Osaka, Raducanu Collins, Svitolina Provide Starpower at BJK Cup Qualifiers
Sixteen nations. Eight Ties. For the Finals! By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday April 10, 2024 The stars are coming out at Billie Jean King Cup this weekend! Big names will be in action across the globe at this weekend's Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers, which are set to take place on 12-13 April 2024 in eight different nations, with the winning nations from the Qualifiers adva...2024
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• Simona Halep was nervous about returning to tennis after her doping ban appeal
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• "He Can Get Better" - Darren Cahill Says Jannik Sinner Still Has Plenty of Room to Grow His Game
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• VIDEO. “Romantic” Tsitsipas sings weird song to girlfriend Paula Badosa

Despite losing at the Miami Open in 2024, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa have been enjoying themselves immensely while in Miami. Badosa defeated Simona Halep in her Miami Open debut, winning 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 in a thrilling comeback match. In the meantime, Tsitsipas lost his opening match against Denis Shapovalov at the Miami Open singles. […]...2024
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas cheers on girlfriend Paula Badosa at Miami Open amidst tournament preparations

Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas made a supportive appearance at the 2024 Miami Open, where he was spotted cheering for his girlfriend, Paula Badosa, during her first-round match against Simona Halep. Tsitsipas, who is also competing in the tournament, showed his unwavering support for Badosa as she took on the former World No. 1. Badosa, […]...2024
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• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
Aryna Sabalenka shares emotions after death of Konstantin Koltsov in Miami. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 20, 202 Aryna Sabalenka shared her heart break—and state of her relationship— in a social media post today. In the aftermath of Konstantin Koltsov's death on Monday in Miami, Sabalenka said "my heart is broken" and revealed th...2024
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• ‘She’s a strong woman’: players offer support to grieving Aryna Sabalenka
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• Wozniacki on Halep: If Someone Tests Positive, Shouldn't Get Wild Cards
"If someone purposely cheats, if someone has tested positive for doping...I don't think people should be awarded wild cards," Caroline Wozniacki said. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Tuesday, March 19, 202 Caroline Wozniacki and Simona Halep share the rare experience of reaching world No. 1. The pair part dramatically on their wild card views. Report: Sau...2024
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• Former No. 1 Halep faces second doping charge

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• Halep banned 4 years for anti-doping violations

Simona Halep on Tuesday was banned for four years for two separate anti-doping rule violations, according to the International Tennis Integrity Agency....2023
• Halep wins doping appeal case, cleared to return

Women's tennis star Simona Halep. a 2-time Grand Slam champion, was cleared for an immediate return to tennis on Tuesday by sports' highest court cutting her ban for doping on appeal....2024
• Simona Halep handed four-year ban from tennis for anti-doping violations

Investigation found Halep ‘committed intentional violations’Former Wimbledon winner failed doping test at 2022 US OpenSimona Halep has been banned from tennis for four years for two separate anti-doping rule violations, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced on Tuesday.Romania’s Halep, a former Wimbledon and French Open champion, has been provisionally suspended since October 2...2023
• VIDEO. “Romantic” Tsitsipas sings weird song to girlfriend Paula Badosa
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• Simona Halep free to play again after tennis doping ban significantly reduced

Former Wimbledon winner tested positive for roxadustatSuspension reduced from four years to nine monthsSimona Halep’s four-year doping ban has been reduced to nine months after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) ruled that Halep was not guilty of intentional doping. Halep will be allowed to immediately resume her career and return to professional tennis.Halep, a former world No 1 and two-tim...2024
• Halep set for Miami return after winning appeal

Simona Halep announced she will make her return to tennis after more than 17 months at the Miami Open later this month....2024
• Chris Eubanks lands knockout blow on Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach last eight

American newcomer wins 3-6, 7-6 (4), 3-6, 6-4, 6-4‘I feel like I’m living a dream right now … I can’t believe it’Americans love a good fairytale, especially when they return for their annual jaunt across the Atlantic, loaded with empty suitcases for a spot of shopping at Harrods and with expectations that one of their young unknowns can conquer the summer grass of Wimbledon. This year they have an...2023
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• Iga Swiatek Hires Wim Fissette as New Coach
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• Federer: Unanswered Question Key to Sinner Case
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• Knee Injury Curtails Simona Halep's Comeback
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• Raducanu Withdraws from Roland Garros Qualifying
The 21-year-old Briton steps out of Paris to focus on grass-court training. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Sunday, May 20, 2024 Emma Raducanu won't be playing Paris. World No. 212 Raducanu has withdrawn from this week's Roland Garros qualifying in order to train for grass season. More: Swiatek Sweeps Sabalenka for Third Rome Crown Roland Ga...2024
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• WTA Trophee Clarins Day 2 Predictions Including Simona Halep Vs McCartney Kessler

The third edition of the WTA Trophee Clarins in Paris is most certainly the biggest, given the amount of talent and star power in the field. It may only be a 125-level tournament, but it features two former Grand Slam champions on Tuesday’s schedule....2024
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• Halep to skip Madrid in effort to manage schedule

Simona Halep has pulled out of next week's Madrid Open to work on her fitness, saying she needs more time get physically ready to compete at the highest level after being out of action for over 18 months....2024
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• SHOCK: Halep withdraws from Oeiras!

Shortly after receiving a wildcard entry for the April 15-21 Oeiras Ladies Open, it was revealed that Simona Halep has withdrawn from the WTA 125 tournament due to an injury. The former world No.1 was scheduled to compete in her second tournament following her return from a doping ban. However, she feels pain in her […]...2024
• Simona Halep and Caroline Wozniacki awarded Madrid Open wildcards days after conflict on the Romanian’s participation in tournaments
The Golden Swing is finally here and players are getting their schedules locked in for action on clay. Making their comebacks on the Tour, Caroline Wozniacki and Simona Halep are currently both relying on wildcards to avoid the trouble of playing the qualifiers....2024
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• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
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• H2H, prediction of Paula Badosa Gibert vs Simona Halep in Miami with odds, preview, pick | 19th March 2024

Paula Badosa Gibert and Simona Halep will play each other in the 1st round of the Miami Open for the 3rd time in their career. They are scheduled to play on Tuesday at 4:00 pm on GRANDSTAND. In the following paragraphs, you can find the head to head analysis and prediction. Prediction and head to […]...2024
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• Players React to Sinner's Doping Revelation, Call for Level Playing Field
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• DOPING. Simona Halep defends coach Mouratoglou after ugly ban
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• Halep reflects on lingering mental impact of doping ban: “I cannot forget”

In a recent video interview with the Associated Press from her home in Bucharest, Simona Halep discussed the anxiety and mental pressure she faced upon returning to the tour after battling a doping ban. She emphasized that while she has been cleared of wrongdoing, the experience has left a lasting impact on her psyche. “What […]...2024
• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
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• Romanian tennis player shares shocking info about Patrick Mouratoglou’s academy: “Athletes are given some substances”

An 18-year-old Romanian player, Maria Sara Popa, has accused Patrick Mouratoglou’s tennis academy of administering “substances” to junior players, adding a new layer to the ongoing doping controversy surrounding Simona Halep. Popa, a rising star who trained at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in France when she was 12, claimed that young players at the academy […]...2024
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• Sorana on Serena: “She always had this arrogance.”

Romania’s Sorana Cirstea labeled Serena Williams as an arrogant tennis player after the 23-time Grand Slam champion appeared to shame Simona Halep for being given a four-year ban for doping. A year after testing positive for the prohibited substance roxadustat, Halep finally received a verdict, although a devastating one — she was found guilty of […]...2023
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• 'There Is No Proof': Halep Says There Is No Evidence Of Doping

Former WTA No. 1 Simona Halep once again denied any wrongdoing in her doping saga, despite a unanimous decision to ban her from competition for up to four years....2023
• Inside the struggles and sacrifices of pro athletes: WTA players weigh in on doping controls

Sports fans mostly think about doping when a scandal breaks, but for professional athletes, doping controls are part of everyday life. Following the announcement of a four-year ban for Romanian Simona Halep, Women’s Tennis Blog asked top WTA players in San Diego about their trust in the institutions that have immense but invisible power over […]...2023
• When words backfire: Halep’s criticism of Sharapova’s doping comes full circle
Be careful what you say, it may backfire. That’s exactly what Simona Halep didn’t do when she felt confident enough to criticize dopers amid the Maria Sharapova meldonium scandal. The Romanian’s criticising comments haven’t aged well, as she’s now facing not one but two doping charges. The Sharapova saga Back in 2016, the tennis world […]...2023
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