The suspension means Sinner will miss several major ATP tournaments, including Indian Wells, the Miami Open, and the Monte Carlo Masters. These tournaments, particularly the Miami Open where he was the defending champion, could have helped him accumulate significant ranking points. Missing them could potentially jeopardize his position at the top of the ATP rankings, depending on the performances of his closest rivals, Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz. However, Sinner will be eligible to return in time for the Italian Open in May, just weeks before the French Open. While the ITIA (International Tennis Integrity Agency) initially ruled that Sinner bore no fault or negligence, WADA challenged this decision, arguing that athletes must be accountable for their entourage’s mistakes. Despite this, WADA ultimately withdrew its appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after reaching a settlement with Sinner’s legal team.

The controversy surrounding Sinner’s case has sparked strong reactions within the tennis community. Some players and pundits believe the punishment was too lenient, given the strict nature of anti-doping rules. Former British number one Tim Henman criticized the decision, arguing that it creates a "sour taste" in the sport by suggesting that negotiations can influence doping sanctions. Similarly, Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios called it a "sad day for tennis," questioning whether Sinner received special treatment because of his status. On the other hand, Sinner’s legal team and the ITIA have defended the outcome, stating that he did not intentionally consume a banned substance and gained no competitive advantage. While Sinner has expressed regret over the incident, he remains focused on his return to competition. His comeback at the Italian Open in May will be highly anticipated as he seeks to reclaim momentum ahead of the French Open.