Stefano Vukov: Elena Rybakina ‘disappointed’ with former coach’s ban
World 7 Elena Rybakina said she has conducted an independent investigation into her former coach Stefano Vukov after the WTA banned her former coach Stefano Vukov. “Disappointed”.
Croatians have been temporarily suspended after an alleged violation of the WTA’s code of conduct was announced in January.
Tuesday, WTA – Governing Body of Women’s Tennis – It is confirmed that Vukov’s ban has been maintained.
“I’m disappointed with this situation and the development of the process. I won’t post more,” the 25-year-old said after defeating Rebecca Sramkova at the Qatar Open on Wednesday. Comment more.”
“I focus on my own game and when I get on the field, I’m just thinking about the way I need to play.
“It’s not the best time, but I want to perform the best.”
The WTA has not specified how long Vukov will be banned and does not know which part of the code it violates.
However, the way he talked with her during and off the field was under scrutiny.
The 37-year-old helped Rybakina win Wimbledon in 2022, but their five-year partnership ended a few days before the U.S. Open in August.
The WTA’s decision means Rybakina will not be able to bring Vukov back to her team – something she hopes to do early this year.
Vukov denied any misconduct and told Athletic last month that he had “never abused anyone” and Rybakina also said at this year’s Australian Open Never filed “any complaint” About Vukov.
The WTA did not provide details about the moratorium period, but Vukov could appeal the decision.
Rybakina teamed up with Novak Djokovic’s former coach Goran Ivanisevic, but he quits in the fourth round of the Australian Open Leaving her team.
