Nick Kyrgios has tested positive for cocaine in Mallorca. (Reuters: Hollie Adams)
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has said he tested positive for cocaine on the Spanish island of Mallorca and has issued an apology.
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said he had been "provisionally suspended" from competing and coaching since August 4.
The ITIA said Kyrgios could appeal his suspension, but has not done so. He said he would step away from public life for 28 days to "focus on getting myself right".
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has said he tested positive for cocaine on the Spanish island of Mallorca and has issued an apology.
In a statement on his Instagram, he announced he "made a huge mistake and I take full responsibility for it".
"I'm sorry to my fans, my family, my sponsors and everyone close to me," Kyrgios said.
"Above all I'm sorry to the kids who follow me.
The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) issued a statement revealing Kyrgios had been "provisionally suspended" since August 4.
"31-year-old Kyrgios provided a sample during an ATP 250 event in Mallorca, Spain, on 22 June 2026," it said.
"On 17 July 2026, a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)-accredited laboratory confirmed the presence of benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine."
"Kyrgios, who reached a career-high world singles ranking of 13 in October 2016, has the right to appeal the provisional suspension, but has not done so to date," the ITIA said.
"As with all Tennis Anti-Doping Programme cases, ITIA support is available to Kyrgios.
"While suspended, Kyrgios is not allowed to play in, coach at, or attend any events organised or sanctioned by World Tennis, WTA, ATP, the Grand Slams, or any national association."
Nick Kyrgios has been open with his struggles with mental health in the past, including with depression and suicidal ideation. (Reuters: Amr Alfiky)
