Nike, TAG Heuer, and Porche have postponed their links with the
Tennis Player, Maria Sharapova after she had failed a drug test.
The star self-confessed that she failed the test in a declaration
at a news conference on Monday. She said the drug Meldonium, which she took for
10 years, was recommended by a doctor and was not on the banned list until the
rules changed on Jan 1.
She said she had a magnesium shortage and a family history of
diabetes. The drug has long been thought to be used by athletes especially in
Eastern Europe and Russia to increase durability and help recovery.
The test was done at the Australian Open in January.
Nike said that it was suspending its
relationship with sharapova while the investigation continued.
In a statement, Nike officials said, “We are saddened and
surprised by the news about Maria Sharapova. We have decided to suspend our
relationship with Maria while the investigation continues. We will come
continue to monitor the situation.”
TAG Heuer Officials said, Maria Sharapova
was under contract with TAG Heuer until 31 Dec, 2015. We have been in talks to
extend our collaborations. In view of the current situation, the company has
suspended negotiations and has decided not to renew the contract.
Porche Officials on Tuesday said, “it postponed
planned activities with Sharapova until further details are released and we can
analyze the situation.”
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