Remember when Jessica Pegula, last year’s US Open runner-up, said, “I know there are a lot of girls who don’t sleep. Just lying in bed, making sure the doorbell works, every single phone is on — it can be very stressful.” She was talking about the relentless anti-doping protocols based on the WADA code. Nothing has changed, but since late 2024, when Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek were sanctioned for breaching them, player anxiety has only deepened. Now, with the Billie Jean King Cup approaching, Taylor Townsend has stepped up, blasting anti-doping authorities and shining a harsh light on the system.

Just moments ago, Taylor Townsend took to her Instagram stories to share a raw glimpse into life as a pro athlete under anti-doping rules. In one clip, she revealed, “Just h

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