If you remember, both Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner faced provisional suspensions after testing positive for banned substances, though neither case involved intentional use. In Swiatek’s situation, a trace of Trimetazidine found in a contaminated melatonin supplement led to a one-month ban, which an independent tribunal later overturned in October 2024 after clearing her of significant fault. So now, with the Riyadh Finals just weeks away, Jessica Pegula isn’t taking any chances.

Anxiety over the uncertainty surrounding anti-doping procedures is pushing top players to become more meticulous than ever. Even though Coco Gauff edged past Jessica Pegula 6-4, 7-5 in an all-American final at the 2025 Wuhan Open on Sunday, Pegula’s season is far from over. On Monday, the WTA confirmed that

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