Simona Halep expresses frustration over delay in third doping case hearing, citing violation of her rights.
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ToggleFormer World Number One Simona Halep Accuses Tennis Doping Authority
In a recent development, former world number one Simona Halep has accused the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) of requesting further delays to her hearing while publicly stating otherwise. The Romanian tennis player was charged with a second doping offence last week following “irregularities” found in her biological passport.
A Second Charge for Irregularities in Her Biological Passport
Halep had already been serving suspension since October after testing positive for a banned substance at the US Open. However, this second charge is separate from the first and has sparked controversy as she continues to deny all allegations made against her.
An Extremely Disappointed Player
The Wimbledon champion took to Twitter and expressed extreme disappointment over ITIA’s attitude towards delaying her hearing despite their earlier commitments on engaging Mrs. Halep empathetically and efficiently. She stated that “the ITIA publicly states one thing while privately doing another.” Moreover, she repeatedly asked for her hearing, but the authorities continued seeking delay.
A Coach’s Perspective
Haleps’ coach Patrick Mouratoglou shares similar sentiments; he feels that ITIA played double games right from day one of these charges laid against his player. He believes they have not done enough justice regarding this case.
Uncommon Delays due to Complex Investigations
Investigations into failed tests are often complex cases involving players denying taking any substances unknowingly or deliberately leading to an extension of such investigations lasting months even years before resolving them completely.
It is important that justice is served by investigating all sides without being biased towards any side. Halep has the right to a quick hearing, and it is only fair that ITIA meet their commitments to engage her empathetically during this process.
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