Nick Kyrgios tests positive for cocaine with career in sad spiral

Key Points:

• Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine at a low-level tournament in Mallorca in June, marking a significant setback amid ongoing injury struggles.
• Kyrgios admitted to making a "huge mistake" and cited the physical and mental toll of injuries and coming to terms with the nearing end of his career as context for his actions.
• Cocaine is banned during competitions, and the International Tennis Integrity Agency confirmed the positive test from a sample taken on June 22, with the suspension applied on August 4 and not appealed.
• Once a rising star known for his powerful game and controversial behavior, Kyrgios has faced mental health challenges and personal issues, including a past assault case and struggles with alcohol.
• Kyrgios’ career peaked with a 2022 Wimbledon final appearance but has since declined due to injuries, dropping him to 919th in the rankings, and he plans to step away from public life temporarily to focus on recovery.