Facundo Bagnis' statement after his positive test: "The vitamin was contaminated"

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Facundo Bagnis has released an extensive statement following the 12-month suspension imposed by the ITIA, explaining the origin of his doping positive and ensuring that the infraction "was not intentional". After his doping suspension became public, the Argentine wanted to present his version of events through a statement on his social media, explaining that he was notified by the International Tennis Integrity Agency on October 2, 2025, of an adverse analytical finding and argued that the positive result was due to a contaminated vitamin supplement.

"From there began a very long process in which I worked to prove my innocence with documents, investigations, and expertise," Bagnis wrote. The Argentine explained that he finally accepted a 12-month suspension "with ITIA's recognition that the infraction was not intentional". The player also highlighted his cooperation throughout the investigation. "During the process, I offered myself and cooperated 100% with the ITIA by providing evidence and specialists, in order to uncover the truth and demonstrate that there was never any ill intention on my part," he stated. Additionally, he recalled that he voluntarily accepted a provisional suspension while the case was being resolved.

Bagnis attributed the positive test to a vitamin prescribed by his sports doctor. "I trusted the professional and the pharmacy he recommended, believing the supplement was reliable and safe," he stated. However, he explained that "the vitamin was contaminated with a minuscule dose of hydrochlorothiazide, a substance prohibited by WADA".

Facundo Bagnis gives his version after the ITIA sanction

The Argentine also detailed the evidence he presented during the disciplinary process, including toxicological studies, hair and nail analyses, examination of the remaining capsules, and medical and purchase documentation. According to him, all this evidence supported his account of the accidental contamination of the supplement.

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Despite this episode, Bagnis stated that he is already thinking about the future. "Today I must continue with my professional career, leaving behind this very sad and painful episode," he wrote. The tennis player confirmed that he will be able to return to competition on October 19 and concluded his message with gratitude to those who supported him during these months: "Today I find myself reinventing and giving my best every day. I sincerely thank everyone," he concluded.

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