Jannik Sinner hires new trainers after doping scandal fallout

Jannik Sinner, the U.S. Open champion, has made significant changes to his coaching staff following a doping scandal. On a Monday in Monaco, he introduced Marco Panichi as his new fitness coach and Ulises Badio as his physiotherapist. Both trainers have prior experience working with tennis star Novak Djokovic, which may bring valuable expertise to Sinner's training regimen. Sinner continues to collaborate with his osteopath, Andrea Cipolla, ensuring a comprehensive support team. The doping case emerged after Sinner tested positive for the banned substance Clostebol in March. However, he was not suspended as it was determined that the substance entered his system unintentionally. The investigation revealed that his former fitness trainer, Umberto Ferrara, had provided a steroid spray to Sinner's previous physiotherapist, Giacomo Naldi, for a cut on his finger. Naldi treated Sinner without gloves, leading to the accidental doping. Sinner's decision to fire Naldi and Ferrara was made public just before the U.S. Open, where he went on to win the title against Taylor Fritz. This victory came amidst the backdrop of the doping scandal, which had been kept under wraps until recently. The introduction of new trainers marks a fresh start for Sinner as he aims to move forward from the controversy. With Panichi and Badio officially joining his team, Sinner is set to compete in upcoming tournaments in Beijing and Shanghai. The changes in his coaching staff reflect his commitment to maintaining a clean and successful career in professional tennis.