The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has provisionally suspended Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios after he tested positive for cocaine. The positive test was recorded at a tournament, and the ITIA confirmed the suspension on August 19, 2026.
Kyrgios, a former Wimbledon finalist, has denied knowingly taking the substance, stating that he would never intentionally use drugs. His team is reportedly considering an appeal, and a full investigation is underway.
The provisional suspension means Kyrgios is barred from competing in professional tennis events until the case is resolved. The ITIA has not yet set a date for a hearing, and the timeline for a final decision remains unclear.
This is not the first time Kyrgios has faced disciplinary issues, but it is the most serious, as a positive test for cocaine could lead to a ban of up to four years if the violation is upheld.
