Awaiting her hearing in February at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, Simona Halep shared with Euronews’ Tokunbo Salako that a four-year doping suspension could end her career. This turmoil has deeply affected her emotionally and eroded trust in her professional relationships. Nevertheless, the two-time Grand Slam champion holds onto hope, determined to reduce her ban and aim for participation in the Paris Olympics 2024.
“Every day it felt very painful, very emotional, hurtful, because I know I didn’t do anything wrong and I know I’m clean,” said the former world No.