No 1 Jannik Sinner has been handed a 3month ban in a settlement of a doping case that has sent shockwaves through the tennis world The young Italian superstar who has been making waves in the sport with his incredible talent and skill will be able to return to the court before the French Open in a move that will be welcomed by his fans However the ban is still a significant blow to Sinner who has been on a meteoric rise to the top of the tennis rankings and was expected to be a major contender at several upcoming tournaments The doping case against Sinner has been shrouded in mystery with few details released to the public but it is understood that he tested positive for a banned substance during a recent competition Sinner has maintained his innocence throughout the ordeal but has agreed to the 3month ban in order to put the matter behind him and focus on his return to the court The ban is a significant setback for Sinner who has been tipped as a potential Grand Slam champion in the near future He has already shown his class and ability on the court with several impressive victories over top ranked opponents and his fans will be eagerly awaiting his return to the sport The French Open which is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the tennis calendar is set to take place in late May and Sinner will be eligible to compete in the event The 3month ban will give Sinner time to reflect on the situation and prepare himself for his return to the court He will be able to train and practice during his ban but will not be able to compete in any official tournaments The tennis world will be watching with interest as Sinner makes his return to the court and it remains to be seen how the ban will affect his performance and his chances of winning future tournaments One thing is certain however Sinner is a talented and dedicated athlete who will be determined to put this setback behind him and continue his rise to the top of the tennis world