Jannik Sinner finally appears on official entry list of the tournament of his return as ban end nears

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has officially been added to the entry list for the 2024 Italian Open, signaling his much-anticipated return to professional tennis as his doping suspension nears its conclusion.

The announcement marks the first time Sinner has been listed for an ATP event since receiving his ban earlier in the season. The 22-year-old remains atop the ATP rankings despite his enforced absence, a testament to the dominance he had established prior to the suspension.

Sinner is expected to make his return at the prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event in Rome, which holds added significance as his home tournament. His inclusion in the entry list has reignited excitement among Italian tennis fans eager to see their star player back in action.

The timing of Sinner’s return also adds intrigue to the clay court season, with major names like Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Novak Djokovic competing for form ahead of Roland Garros.