Wimbledon 2025: Kamil Majchrzak on redemption after doping ban

One of the first things Kamil Majchrzak did after claiming a spot in the Wimbledon fourth round was jog over to his wife Marta and plant a heartfelt kiss on her lips.

The Polish player credits her with helping him "survive" the darkest period of his life.

Not only had Majchrzak reached the last 16 of a Grand Slam for the first time, but the 29-year-old felt it was a redemptive moment having served a 13-month doping ban.

The world number 109, who has always maintained his innocence, missed all of the 2023 season after testing positive for an anabolic steroid.

"I'm incredibly happy after what I've been through to be back here at Wimbledon and living my dream," Majchrzak, who returned from suspension at the start of 2024, told BBC Sport.

"My wife has been very strong for me and helped me survive the case and the process.

"She sacrificed a lot - not just during this period because we've been together a long time.

"She created me as a tennis player and a human being. "

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