Nick Kyrgios tests positive for cocaine and is provisionally suspended: Australian tennis player admits to 'huge mistake'
- Posted on August 19, 2026
- By Sky Sport
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The International Tennis Integrity Agency announced that Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended following a failed doping test. The player has publicly acknowledged the positive result for cocaine use, describing it as a significant personal lapse in judgment. This suspension marks a critical moment in Kyrgios' career, potentially affecting his tournament participation and professional standing within the sport. The case highlights ongoing anti-doping enforcement in professional tennis and raises questions about athlete accountability and rehabilitation.
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