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• Simona Halep releases this statement after withdrawing from Madrid

Simona Halep has decided to take a break from the Madrid Open next week to focus on her physical preparation after being out of competition for more than 18 months. The highest body for international sport reduced the former Wimbledon and French Open champion’s four-year doping penalty to nine months in March. She then returned […]...2024
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• Halep withdraws from Madrid: “Experience tells me not to rush”

Simona Halep‘s return to tennis after a doping ban has been overshadowed by a fitness crisis, which is now affecting her clay court season. Having withdrawn from last week’s Oeiras Ladies Open, the Romanian has made the decision to also skip the Mutua Madrid Open in order to give herself more time to get physically […]...2024
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• Halep to skip Madrid in effort to manage schedule

Simona Halep has pulled out of next week's Madrid Open to work on her fitness, saying she needs more time get physically ready to compete at the highest level after being out of action for over 18 months....2024
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• Injured Simona Halep withdraws from Madrid

World-renowned tennis player Simona Halep has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming Madrid Open, citing ongoing health issues. The Romanian athlete expressed her regret at being unable to participate in the prestigious tournament due to her current condition. Halep, a former world number one and multiple Grand Slam champion, conveyed her disappointment in a statement […]...2024
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• 'Love I received from the people helped me forget everything': Simona Halep opens up about support from fans

Romanian tennis star Simona Halep returned to tennis action last month when she was handed a wildcard entry into the 2024 Miami Open. Although she got knocked out in the second round, Halep played some decent tennis despite being away from the game for over a year....2024
• Simona Halep withdraws from 1st clay court tournament with a knee injury

A knee issue has caused Simona Halep to withdraw from a WTA 125 tournament in Oeiras, which is a minor setback for the player at the beginning of the clay season. To begin her clay season in Portugal, Halep took a main draw wildcard into the Oeiras event next week. The 32-year-old Romanian was already […]...2024

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• Simona Halep withdraws from 1st clay court tournament with a knee injury
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• SHOCK: Halep withdraws from Oeiras!

Shortly after receiving a wildcard entry for the April 15-21 Oeiras Ladies Open, it was revealed that Simona Halep has withdrawn from the WTA 125 tournament due to an injury. The former world No.1 was scheduled to compete in her second tournament following her return from a doping ban. However, she feels pain in her […]...2024
• Swiatek, Osaka, Raducanu Collins, Svitolina Provide Starpower at BJK Cup Qualifiers
Sixteen nations. Eight Ties. For the Finals! By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Wednesday April 10, 2024 The stars are coming out at Billie Jean King Cup this weekend! Big names will be in action across the globe at this weekend's Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers, which are set to take place on 12-13 April 2024 in eight different nations, with the winning nations from the Qualifiers adva...2024
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• 'I cannot forget,' Simona Halep tries her best to get over all the baggage and adjust to the reality
Simona Halep continues to find her way into settling into the Tour life once again following her comeback. Having been suspended since her first-round exit at the 2022 US Open, the Romanian returned to action at the 2024 Miami Open....2024
• Halep receives wild-card entry to Madrid Open
Simona Halep has received a wild-card entry to the main draw of the Madrid Open, which will be the two-time Grand Slam champion's second tournament since getting her doping suspension reduced on appeal....2024
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• Why Wozniacki disagrees with Simona Halep wildcard at the Miami open after doping ban

Fans eagerly welcomed back Romanian tennis star Simona Halep as she made her comeback at the Miami Open on Tuesday following a doping suspension. However, former world number one Caroline Wozniacki expressed disapproval of Halep’s wildcard entry into the tournament. During her match against Spain’s Paula Badosa, Halep received enthusiastic cheers and chants of “Si-Mon-ah. […...2024
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• Simona Halep overjoyed after being back to competition despite losing in the first round in Miami

Simona Halep expressed overwhelming joy after making her comeback to competitive tennis, despite facing defeat in the first round of the Miami Open. The Romanian tennis star, who received a wildcard entry into the tournament following a doping suspension, savored the opportunity to return to the court. “I am overjoyed to be back competing again,” […]...2024
• Simona Halep says she is not a cheater

Simona Halep addressed comments made by Caroline Wozniacki about Halep’s recent suspension from tennis due to a contaminated supplement. Halep clarified that she did not cheat, and the Tennis Anti-Doping Program (TAS) determined the supplement was contaminated, not that Halep had intentionally taken a banned substance. Halep expressed gratitude for being allowed to play in […]...2024
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• ‘Why did she say that?’: Halep hits out at Wozniacki’s Miami Open blast

Dane said Halep should never have been awarded wild cardPlayer made return after Cas reduced doping ban recently Simona Halep has hit back at Caroline Wozniacki after the Dane said she should not have been given a wildcard for the Miami Open. Halep made a quick return to top-level action after the court of arbitration for sport (Cas) reduced her doping ban from four years to nine months two weeks ...2024
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• Halep sues Canadian company over supplement linked to her failed doping test

Romanian tennis star Simona Halep is taking legal action against the Canadian company responsible for a dietary supplement she alleges led to her doping violation and subsequent four-year ban from the sport, a sanction that could potentially end her career. The two-time Grand Slam champion is pursuing damages exceeding $10 million from Quantum Nutrition, trading […]...2024

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"Simona Halep, already provisionally suspended since October, has been charged with a second breach of doping rules, the International Tennis Integrity Agency said Friday."

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" Australian Open 2019 results: Novak Djokovic cruises; Simona Halep wins after rough start "

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"Watch Simona Halep take on Caroline Wozniacki for the women's Australian Open title"

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"French Open 2017: Simona Halep advances to final over Karolina Pliskova"

• Simona Halep was nervous about returning to tennis after her doping ban appeal

Flying to Florida for the Miami Open, where she would be playing in a professional tennis match for the first time in 1 1/2 years after a doping ban was reduced on appeal, Simona Halep turned to her mother and offered a bit of a confession....2024
• ‘She’s a strong woman’: players offer support to grieving Aryna Sabalenka

World No 2’s boyfriend died after an ‘apparent suicide’Sabalenka due to play best friend Badosa on ThursdayPaula Badosa admits it will be “uncomfortable” facing best friend Aryna Sabalenka at the Miami Open following the death of the world No 2’s boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov.Sabalenka was pictured on social media practising on Tuesday a day after 42-year-old former ice hockey player Koltsov died i...2024
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• VIDEO. Simona Halep spotted training in Miami ahead of her comeback after doping ban

Video footage has emerged showing former world No. 1 tennis player Simona Halep engaged in training sessions in Miami as she prepares for her comeback following a doping ban. The glimpses of Halep’s training regimen offer insight into her dedication and determination to return to top form despite facing adversity. While details surrounding the duration […]...2024
• On Unveils Apparel Collection and The Roger Clubhouse Shoe
On stars Ben Shelton and Iga Swiatek will wear the brand's new apparel line. By Alberto Amalfi | @Tennis_Now | Friday, March 8, 2024 On stars will sport sharp new looks this spring. World No. 1 Iga Swiatek and Ben Shelton, On ambassadors, will wear the Swiss brand's new high-performance tennis apparel line. More: Simona Halep Will Return at Miami Open Here's a sne...2024
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• Medvedev: Managing Mirage and Coach Simon Strengths
Indian Wells finalist Daniil Medvedev tells TN's Chris Oddo why Gilles Simon is the right coach for him. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 A mirage maker on court, Daniil Medvedev faced desert deception in his Indian Wells return this week. “First day I came here I guess there was a sandstorm the day before I arrived so I went on center court it was lig...2024
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• Simona Halep receives the official Miami Open wildcard to kickstart her comeback after a tedious legal battle

Romanian pro Simona Halep’s tennis dream continues after emerging victorious in a tedious legal battle. After facing more than a year on the sidelines, the 32-year-old is allowed to return to court. Helping her kick-start her tennis journey again is the Miami Open, which offered the Romanian a wild-card entry to their tournament....2024

• "He Can Get Better" - Darren Cahill Says Jannik Sinner Still Has Plenty of Room to Grow His Game
The legendary coach and Sinner are lockstep in their belief in process and constant evolution. By Chris Oddo | @TheFanChild | Monday April 1, 2024 Dominating the sport for the first three months of the 2024 season is not enough, says Darren Cahill, the man they call the “papa” of Jannik Sinner’s coaching team. The Aussie spoke to reporters after Sinner completed his run to t...2024
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• WTA Miami – Tuesday, March 19, 2024 final results

– It’s the day Simona Halep must surely have thought, at times, would never come.......2024
• Badosa: Halep Will Be Back on Top Very Soon
Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's comeback then made a bold prediction for her future. By Alberto Amalfi | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 20, due 202 Paula Badosa spoiled Simona Halep's comeback—then praised her potential with a bold prediction. Former world No. 2 Badosa rallied for a 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over Halep in her Miami Open opener on Tuesday....2024
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• Paula Badosa tops Halep in the 1st round to battle vs Sabalenka at the Miami Open. HIGHLIGHTS, INTERVIEW – MIAMI RESULTS

Paula Badosa Gibert downs Simona Halep 1-6 6-4 6-3 in the 1st round in Miami on Tuesday. Badosa will seek to keep on going in this event against Aryna Sabalenka in the 2nd round. The match lasted 1 hour and 58 minutes. Her best result in this competition was reaching the quarter in 2022. Here […]...2024
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• Wozniacki on Halep: If Someone Tests Positive, Shouldn't Get Wild Cards
"If someone purposely cheats, if someone has tested positive for doping...I don't think people should be awarded wild cards," Caroline Wozniacki said. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Tuesday, March 19, 202 Caroline Wozniacki and Simona Halep share the rare experience of reaching world No. 1. The pair part dramatically on their wild card views. Report: Sau...2024
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• Simona Halep defeated by Paula Badosa in Miami on return from doping ban

Former world No 1 loses 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 at Miami OpenCas recently reduced four-year ban to nine months Five hundred and sixty-eight days after she last struck a ball in a match of any consequence, Simona Halep returned to professional tennis from her shortened doping ban. The comeback came in a tough, gruelling battle that resulted in a 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 loss against Paula Badosa of Spain in the first r...2024
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• LIVE RANKINGS. Badosa falls before competing against Halep in Miami

Paula Badosa Gibert is about to play against Simona Halep on Tuesday the 19th of March in Miami. Here is an update about her live rankings. Paula Badosa Gibert is now ranked no.80 with 906 points with the status of Spaniard no.3 behind Cristina Bucsa (world no.74) and Sara Sorribes Tormo who is world no.52. […]...2024
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• Swiatek: Transformative Time is Coming
World No. 1 Iga Swiatek is considering one signficant change. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 Returning to Tennis Paradise, Iga Swiatek revels in the grass game. Bouncing around the lawn, Swiatek gets her kicks playing pick-up soccer. More: Simona Halep Wins Appeal, Eligible to Return to Pro Tour Meeting the media at the BNP Paribas Open today, the world No. ...2024
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• DOPING. Simona Halep posts heartfelt message after the lift of her ban.

Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep is set to make a triumphant return to the tennis court after a successful appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) resulted in her four-year doping ban being reduced to nine months. The Doping Allegations Halep, a former world No. 1, was initially handed a four-year ban […]...2024
• Simona Halep to resume her tennis career after doping ban reduced

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Tuesday reduced Simona Halep’s four-year ban from four years to nine months, allowing her to return to the WTA Tour immediately. The two-time Grand Slam champion tested positive for Roxadustat in October 2022, and as a result, she was suspended for four months. The International Tennis Integrity […]...2024

• Swiatek, Osaka, Raducanu Collins, Svitolina Provide Starpower at BJK Cup Qualifiers
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• Simona Halep was nervous about returning to tennis after her doping ban appeal
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• "He Can Get Better" - Darren Cahill Says Jannik Sinner Still Has Plenty of Room to Grow His Game
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• VIDEO. “Romantic” Tsitsipas sings weird song to girlfriend Paula Badosa

Despite losing at the Miami Open in 2024, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa have been enjoying themselves immensely while in Miami. Badosa defeated Simona Halep in her Miami Open debut, winning 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 in a thrilling comeback match. In the meantime, Tsitsipas lost his opening match against Denis Shapovalov at the Miami Open singles. […]...2024
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• Stefanos Tsitsipas cheers on girlfriend Paula Badosa at Miami Open amidst tournament preparations

Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas made a supportive appearance at the 2024 Miami Open, where he was spotted cheering for his girlfriend, Paula Badosa, during her first-round match against Simona Halep. Tsitsipas, who is also competing in the tournament, showed his unwavering support for Badosa as she took on the former World No. 1. Badosa, […]...2024
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• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
Aryna Sabalenka shares emotions after death of Konstantin Koltsov in Miami. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Wednesday, March 20, 202 Aryna Sabalenka shared her heart break—and state of her relationship— in a social media post today. In the aftermath of Konstantin Koltsov's death on Monday in Miami, Sabalenka said "my heart is broken" and revealed th...2024
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• ‘She’s a strong woman’: players offer support to grieving Aryna Sabalenka
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• Wozniacki on Halep: If Someone Tests Positive, Shouldn't Get Wild Cards
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• Miami Open: Halep narrowly loses first match since doping ban

After an extended absence from competition and a challenging battle to overturn a doping ban, Simona Halep returned to the court at the Miami Open. Despite a strong start, the former world No.1 was unable to maintain her momentum and fell to Paula Badosa in a hard-fought three-set match, 1-6 6-4 6-3. Halep showed no […]...2024
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• Djokovic: Let's See How Far We Push the Needle
"We’re still hanging in there," Novak Djokovic says of rival Rafael Nadal. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Friday, March 8, 2024 Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic have created rivalry revelry and massive major history. The iconic champions share a similar approach to career closure. More: Simona Halep Will Return at Miami Open Meeting the media at the BNP Parib...2024
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• Former No. 1 Halep faces second doping charge

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• Halep banned 4 years for anti-doping violations

Simona Halep on Tuesday was banned for four years for two separate anti-doping rule violations, according to the International Tennis Integrity Agency....2023
• Halep wins doping appeal case, cleared to return

Women's tennis star Simona Halep. a 2-time Grand Slam champion, was cleared for an immediate return to tennis on Tuesday by sports' highest court cutting her ban for doping on appeal....2024
• Simona Halep handed four-year ban from tennis for anti-doping violations

Investigation found Halep ‘committed intentional violations’Former Wimbledon winner failed doping test at 2022 US OpenSimona Halep has been banned from tennis for four years for two separate anti-doping rule violations, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced on Tuesday.Romania’s Halep, a former Wimbledon and French Open champion, has been provisionally suspended since October 2...2023
• VIDEO. “Romantic” Tsitsipas sings weird song to girlfriend Paula Badosa
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• Simona Halep free to play again after tennis doping ban significantly reduced

Former Wimbledon winner tested positive for roxadustatSuspension reduced from four years to nine monthsSimona Halep’s four-year doping ban has been reduced to nine months after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) ruled that Halep was not guilty of intentional doping. Halep will be allowed to immediately resume her career and return to professional tennis.Halep, a former world No 1 and two-tim...2024
• Halep set for Miami return after winning appeal

Simona Halep announced she will make her return to tennis after more than 17 months at the Miami Open later this month....2024
• Chris Eubanks lands knockout blow on Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach last eight

American newcomer wins 3-6, 7-6 (4), 3-6, 6-4, 6-4‘I feel like I’m living a dream right now … I can’t believe it’Americans love a good fairytale, especially when they return for their annual jaunt across the Atlantic, loaded with empty suitcases for a spot of shopping at Harrods and with expectations that one of their young unknowns can conquer the summer grass of Wimbledon. This year they have an...2023
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• Halep to skip Madrid in effort to manage schedule
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• SHOCK: Halep withdraws from Oeiras!
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• Simona Halep and Caroline Wozniacki awarded Madrid Open wildcards days after conflict on the Romanian’s participation in tournaments
The Golden Swing is finally here and players are getting their schedules locked in for action on clay. Making their comebacks on the Tour, Caroline Wozniacki and Simona Halep are currently both relying on wildcards to avoid the trouble of playing the qualifiers....2024
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• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
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• H2H, prediction of Paula Badosa Gibert vs Simona Halep in Miami with odds, preview, pick | 19th March 2024

Paula Badosa Gibert and Simona Halep will play each other in the 1st round of the Miami Open for the 3rd time in their career. They are scheduled to play on Tuesday at 4:00 pm on GRANDSTAND. In the following paragraphs, you can find the head to head analysis and prediction. Prediction and head to […]...2024
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• VIDEO. Simona Halep spotted training in Miami ahead of her comeback after doping ban
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• So close, yet so far: Halep trains in UAE as others play the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Awaiting the outcome of her doping ban appeal, Simona Halep maintains a steadfastly positive outlook, focusing on her tennis training as she awaits the CAS verdict. Recent updates from the former world No.1, shared on her Instagram account, showcase her dedication to the sport as she practices in Dubai, the city where the WTA players […]...2024
• Halep’s fight against doping ban heads to CAS hearing in February

After receiving a four-year doping ban for two separate violations, Simona Halep will try to clear her name and reduce her sanction at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing scheduled for February 2024. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) initially issued a provisional suspension for Halep in October 2022 after detecting the banned […]...2023

• Halep reflects on lingering mental impact of doping ban: “I cannot forget”

In a recent video interview with the Associated Press from her home in Bucharest, Simona Halep discussed the anxiety and mental pressure she faced upon returning to the tour after battling a doping ban. She emphasized that while she has been cleared of wrongdoing, the experience has left a lasting impact on her psyche. “What […]...2024
• Sabalenka: My Heart is Broken
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• Romanian tennis player shares shocking info about Patrick Mouratoglou’s academy: “Athletes are given some substances”

An 18-year-old Romanian player, Maria Sara Popa, has accused Patrick Mouratoglou’s tennis academy of administering “substances” to junior players, adding a new layer to the ongoing doping controversy surrounding Simona Halep. Popa, a rising star who trained at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in France when she was 12, claimed that young players at the academy […]...2024
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• 'There Is No Proof': Halep Says There Is No Evidence Of Doping

Former WTA No. 1 Simona Halep once again denied any wrongdoing in her doping saga, despite a unanimous decision to ban her from competition for up to four years....2023
• Inside the struggles and sacrifices of pro athletes: WTA players weigh in on doping controls

Sports fans mostly think about doping when a scandal breaks, but for professional athletes, doping controls are part of everyday life. Following the announcement of a four-year ban for Romanian Simona Halep, Women’s Tennis Blog asked top WTA players in San Diego about their trust in the institutions that have immense but invisible power over […]...2023
• When words backfire: Halep’s criticism of Sharapova’s doping comes full circle
Be careful what you say, it may backfire. That’s exactly what Simona Halep didn’t do when she felt confident enough to criticize dopers amid the Maria Sharapova meldonium scandal. The Romanian’s criticising comments haven’t aged well, as she’s now facing not one but two doping charges. The Sharapova saga Back in 2016, the tennis world […]...2023
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