Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test in Mallorca

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Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test in Mallorca
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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.

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  • 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.
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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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