Rybakina defends former coach Vukov after WTA suspension

smh.com.au — January 4, 2025 at 07:01 AM UTC

Elena Rybakina has defended her former coach, Stefano Vukov, after the WTA suspended him pending an investigation into his conduct. Rybakina stated she was "not happy" with the accusations and emphasized that he never mistreated her. Rybakina, currently working with Goran Ivanisevic, announced Vukov would rejoin her team this year. She expressed disappointment over negative comments about Vukov from others in the tennis community. Vukov, who coached Rybakina to her 2022 Wimbledon title, is barred from attending the 2025 Australian Open and other WTA events during his suspension. Rybakina's comments followed Kazakhstan's elimination from the United Cup.

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