Jannik Sinner Counting Down to April 13 – Why That Date Is Crucial in His Comeback

While the Monte-Carlo Masters final takes center stage on April 13, the day holds even greater significance for World No. 1 Jannik Sinner—marking the end of his training ban and the beginning of his official return to tennis preparation.

Sinner’s Silent Struggle Off the Court

Sinner has been absent from the ATP Tour due to a three-month doping suspension, ruling him out of key Masters 1000 events including Indian Wells, Miami, and Monte Carlo.

According to a statement released earlier this year:

“Mr. Sinner will serve his period of ineligibility from 9 February 2025 to 11:59 pm on 4 May 2025… As per the Code Article 10.14.2, Mr. Sinner may return to official training activity from 13 April 2025.”

Although not allowed to practice officially, the reigning Australian Open champion has reportedly been working intensely on his physical conditioning. His team had hoped he could use the Monte-Carlo Country Club—home of this week’s tournament—but the request was denied.

A Mental and Emotional Journey

Speaking to Sky Italy, Sinner opened up for the first time about the emotional toll of the suspension:

“In the end, you have to choose the lesser evil and I believe that is what I have done… Even if sometimes it seems unfair… this is the way it is.”

“The decision to take the three-month suspension was rather quick. I didn’t agree completely… it took me a while to find myself again.”

“I was very fragile after what happened… I’d be lying if I said I had no feelings. But the people around me gave me the strength to understand what had happened.”

April 13: The Beginning of a New Chapter

Sinner can officially resume training on April 13, giving him three weeks to prepare for his emotional return at the Rome Masters—a tournament he’s long considered special.

“At the beginning, I counted the days. But now, every day that goes by, I feel better—physically and mentally.”

“Even if there is still time, it’s a good opportunity to improve where I’ve struggled—especially on clay. Hopefully it works… otherwise, we’ll have more time to try again.”

All Eyes on Rome

Jannik Sinner’s return in Rome promises high expectations and intense scrutiny. But after weeks of self-reflection, physical training, and emotional healing, he seems ready to take that next step.