Grand Slam Winner Max Purcell Suspended for Doping Violation

Max Purcell, a two-time Grand Slam-winning doubles player, has voluntarily accepted a provisional suspension for violating tennis' anti-doping rules. He acknowledges receiving an IV infusion above the allowable limit. The suspension, effective December 12th, prohibits him from participating in any tennis events.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Melbourne | Updated: 23-12-2024 15:43 IST | Created: 23-12-2024 15:43 IST
Grand Slam Winner Max Purcell Suspended for Doping Violation
  • Country:
  • Australia

Max Purcell, renowned for his Grand Slam successes, has voluntarily accepted a provisional suspension under tennis' anti-doping regulations.

The International Tennis Integrity Agency issued a statement announcing the 26-year-old Australian's acknowledgment of violating Article 2.2 of the Tennis Anti-Doping Program.

Purcell admitted to unknowingly receiving an IV infusion exceeding the allowable vitamin limit, a disclosure he voluntarily conveyed to the ITIA.

(With inputs from agencies.)

Give Feedback