Iga Swiatek, the World No 2 tennis player, received a one-month ban from the ITIA after testing positive for a prohibited substance, TMZ. The 23-year-old Polish player explained that the doping violation was due to a contaminated supply of melatonin provided by her physio. Despite the ban, Swiatek’s explanation was accepted by the ITIA, who found her at the lowest end of the range for no significant fault or negligence.
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A-Rod sinks half-court shot, wins $10K for fan
Former MLB star Alex Rodriguez impressed by making a half-court shot to win a Bucknell student $10,000 during halftime of a game against Army. Rodriguez, who hit 696 career homers, was at Bucknell to discuss his company Jump Platforms and his potential purchase of the Minnesota Timberwolves with co-founder Marc Lore. The 49-year-old's shot sparked a celebration with students, showcasing his continued success beyond baseball. Full Article
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