Stefano Vukov: Elena Rybakina’s ex-coach banned from WTA Tour after investigation
Stefano Vukov, former coach of the world’s fifth-ranked Elena Rybakina, will be banned from the WTA tour after an independent investigation into players’ behaviors. Competition.
Croatia was announced in January Temporary suspension Allegedly violated the WTA’s code of conduct.
On Tuesday, the WTA – the governing body of women’s tennis – confirmed that Vukov’s ban was maintained.
The 37-year-old denied any misconduct, and Rybakina said she had never been abused by him.
The WTA confirmed the conclusions of the investigation into BBC Sport, adding: “After this process, the suspension remains.
“To protect the confidentiality and integrity of the investigation and its findings, the WTA will not be able to provide more details. We remain committed to ensuring that all matters are handled in a fair and objective manner in accordance with the WTA Code of Conduct.”
It won’t say how long Vukov will be banned, nor does it know which part of the WTA code it violated.
Vukov could appeal the decision.
The decision means Rybakina will not be able to bring Vukov back to her team – something she hopes to do earlier this year.
The BBC Sport is close to Vukov to comment.
