Iga Swiatek has accepted a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned heart medication, the International Tennis Integrity Agency announced.
No way they are going to ban one of the few bright spots any length of time - just call it a “accident” say “I’ll never do it again” while meaning “I’ll never get CAUGHT doing it again” and let them move on.
Does anyone want to watch non performance enhanced players ?
How does TMZ get in melatonin? Contamination at the pharmaceutical plant?
How is any player supposed to know when non-prescription drugs such as melatonin have trace amounts of prohibited stuff in them? Its like they can't take anything OTC out of fear of contamination.
Sounds like the punishment fit the crime. No intent = lenient action.
Iga Swiatek has accepted a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned heart medication, the International Tennis Integrity Agency announced.
It was determined her level of fault was "at the lowest end of the range for no significant fault or negligence," the ITIA said.... ..."Iga has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to fair play and upholding the principles of clean sport, and this unfortunate incident highlights the challenges athletes face in navigating the use of medications and supplements," the WTA said.