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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Ken Maguire

Coco Gauff reveals she was brought to tears by anti-doping tester as tennis stars slam ‘broken’ system

A four-year ban handed to 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova for refusing a doping test has ignited a fierce debate among tennis players, who are now openly sharing their often-distressing experiences with the sport’s anti-doping protocols.

The system, designed to safeguard the integrity of the game, is being described as "grueling" by Serena Williams and has even brought Coco Gauff to tears.

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