Jannik Sinner just can’t seem to catch a break. However, that statement might seem ironic to some fans and players who have voiced their opinion on his doping controversy since WADA announced that he has accepted their proposal for a three-month ban on February 15! The ban, effective from February 9 to May 4, follows two positive tests for the banned substance clostebol from last March. While Sinner initially avoided sanctions, WADA’s appeal prompted this settlement, allowing him to return just before the French Open. Critics, including Nick Kyrgios, labeled it a “sad day for tennis,” questioning the timing of the ban and suggesting favoritism since it falls between major tournaments. But the backlash against Sinner continues.Sinner’s doping saga began in March 2024 after he tested positive for clostebol, a banned anabolic steroid. While an independent tribunal initially found him not significantly at fault, WADA appealed by September, seeking accountability from Sinner’s team. Sinner maintained his innocence, claiming inadvertent exposure during physiotherapy. WADA’s General Counsel, Ross Wenzel, stated there was no partial treatment, and the timing was coincidental, asserting the agency is “blind to the calendar,” a claim that was not well-received.Remember when Stanislas Wawrinka posted on X, “I don’t believe in a clean sport anymore,” amassing significant fan interaction? Kyrgios, who has been vocal, responded, “You and me both.” On top of that, the conversation only escalated when it was pointed out that WADA’s statement noted Jannik could resume training on April 13. As Olly Tennis shared a snippet from Tennis Italiano on X, stating, “According to the ITIA – a player can train with his support staff, as long as he does not do so in a place connected to a national association, the ATP, the ITF, the WTA, the Grand Slams or an event covered by our regulations.” Jannik Sinner WILL be able to train before the April 13th ‘training ban’ end date:“According to the ITIA – a player can train with his support staff, as long as he does not do so in a place connected to a national association, the ATP, the ITF, the WTA, the Grand Slams or… pic.twitter.com/XX8mTobhH0— Olly Tennis (@Olly_Tennis_) February 21, 2025This allows the 2025 Australian Open champion time to prepare for Roland Garros on May 25, a detail that sparked negative reactions from fans.Fans lash out at Sinner’s ban after revelation of his training datesFans have voiced mixed reactions, confusion, skepticism, and frustration, to Jannik Sinner’s three-month doping ban. “This suspension feels less and less like a suspension. It’s almost like a billionth of a suspension ,” one fan quipped. The theme seems to be universal, with the British broadcaster slamming the situation as a “joke,” especially the idea of negotiating drug offense punishments. He questioned Sinner’s “settlement” with WADA on X. Many are questioning the fairness. One fan wondered, “It would be great to see an explanation on this; other banned players were not permitted to train at all. How does this situation differ, I wonder?”Analysts have compared this case to past ones. Former ATP pro-Andy Roddick pointed out a similar occurrence on his podcast. He noted, “[Marco] Bortolotti, who is an Italian player, his career-high doubles ranking is 102… Bortolotti goes through and proves that there was no intent. Guess what he got suspended for? Zero, nothing, not three months.” Roddick compared the case to shunning allegations of favoritism.The sentiment that Sinner is getting off easy is palpable, given the ban’s timeline. “So there is no training ban ,” one fan pointed out. Others noted his quick return to the court. “He already trained on Feb 13, 4 days since the ban in Doha. You don’t have to tell him that he can have a jolly good hit at a local park,” one stated. WADA stated Sinner’s ban began on February 9, yet he was confirmed to compete at the Qatar Open starting on the 17th and spotted practicing at the arena days before.“He’s just been given time to rest and work on his game for a few months, probably making him even better…You have to wonder what kind of ‘ban’ this is?” some fans speculated. It seems like a popular opinion amongst many who have heard of the case, even outside the sport. Former British footballer Liam Brady even weighed in on BBC Sport. He noted that people he spoke with said, “It’s kind of like a Premier League footballer being banned over the summer.”One frustrated fan simply exclaimed, “Dear Lord… ,” capturing the emotions of many. Sinner’s case is drawing comparisons to stricter penalties faced by others, like Simona Halep, who was initially banned for nearly four years before it was reduced to nine months. Meanwhile, Sinner will remain off the court until after May 4. The debate will likely continue as Sinner has remained silent so far. Will we hear from the Italian soon?The post Jannik Sinner Under Fire From Fans After Latest Update on Tennis Return Sparks Massive Outrage Amid Doping Ban appeared first on EssentiallySports.