There is the next case of doping in tennis. Max Purcell admits to a violation of the anti-doping rules. The Australian professional voluntarily submits to a provisional suspension.
Australian tennis player Max Purcell is voluntarily undergoing a preliminary suspension as part of the anti-doping program. This was announced by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (Itia), which is responsible for the program.
Purcell, 26, who won the US Open doubles final this year with compatriot Jordan Thompson against the German duo Kevin Krawietz / Tim Pütz, admitted to a violation related to the use of a prohibited method, the ITIA said in a statement.
In an Instagram message, Purcell himself reported an intravenous vitamin drip above the permissible limit of 100 milliliters, which had happened without his knowledge. He said he had told the clinic staff during his stay that he was a professional athlete and that the drip had to be below the 100-milliliter limit.
“The news was devastating for me as I am proud to be an athlete who always makes sure everything is WADA compliant,” the tennis pro wrote. He voluntarily provided the information to the ITIA and is very much looking forward to ‘being back on court soon’.
The Australian requested a provisional suspension, which took effect on December 12, 2024. During this time, Purcell is not allowed to participate in or attend official tennis tournaments. The time he serves in the provisional suspension will count towards the possible final sanction.