Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive test for cocaine

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced the suspension following a positive test for benzoylecgonine, a cocaine metabolite, from a sample taken in Mallorca in June. Kyrgios, who has reached a career-high rank of 13, admitted to the positive test on Instagram, calling it a "huge mistake" and taking full responsibility. He cited struggles with injuries and coming to terms with the twilight of his career as contributing factors, though he offered no excuses. Cocaine is a banned stimulant under WADA rules.

Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has revealed he tested positive for cocaine and is provisionally suspended from tennis. The 31-year-old Australian admitted on social media to failing a drug test in Mallorca in June, stating he made a mistake and takes full responsibility. Cocaine is a banned substance, and while sanctions can be lower when used away from competition, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) is prosecuting the case. Kyrgios's sample was taken on June 22, confirmed positive on July 17, and a mandatory provisional suspension was applied on August 4, which he has not appealed. He cited difficulties coping with career-ending injuries as a contributing factor to his actions.