Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test in Mallorca
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:38 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended by the International Tennis Integrity Agency after testing positive for cocaine during an ATP 250 event in Mallorca. The suspension follows a testing incident that occurred a week prior to this year's Wimbledon. Despite his absence from competitive play due to injuries, Kyrgios recently expressed disappointment in himself via social media, revealing plans for a 28-day break from public life. He has hinted at considering retirement from tennis, where he has experienced a turbulent relationship. His last competitive appearance was in doubles at Wimbledon, and he has not played since.
- •Kyrgios tested positive for benzoylecgonine at an ATP event in Mallorca.
- •He last competed in doubles at Wimbledon with Alexander Bublik.
- •Kyrgios has played only 10 singles matches in 46 months.
- •He expressed disappointment and plans a break from public life.
- •Retirement from tennis is a potential consideration for Kyrgios.
- 11:38 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Kyrgios’ cocaine shame gives Aussie maverick two routes – and one is better than the other
"Comment: Retirement looks the most likely outcome for Kyrgios after news of his suspension but the 31-year-old still has time on his side if he wants to launch a return to tennis, with which he has an unmistakable ‘love-hate’ relationship
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