The Tennis Integrity Unit temporarily suspended Halep earlier this month after tests confirmed the presence of a banned sports substance in its sample.
And Halep was examined at the US Open and examination of her first and second samples confirmed the presence of a substance used to treat anemia and aid in the production of red blood cells in both samples.
“Of course, this news was confusing because I didn’t expect to hear such news. Because from my point of view, Simona always cares about fairness and has been an example for me,” said Šviontik before the start. of the WTA finals.
Halep described the suspension as the “biggest shock of his life” and denied any intentional use of banned substances.
“I don’t know how the procedures are going to go, and if it will be tested two or more times or what. I hope things get clearer in front of us and in front of the audience. But I’m disappointed and certainly she is. Not happy,” he added. .
