Elena Rybakina Defends Former Coach Stefano Vukov Following WTA Suspension

The Wimbledon champion addresses allegations against Vukov as the WTA investigates a potential breach of its code of conduct.

Stefano Vukov, former coach of Elena Rybakina, has been provisionally suspended by the WTA while an investigation into a potential code of conduct violation is underway.
Rybakina has publicly defended Vukov, stating he never mistreated her during their six-year professional relationship.
Vukov is barred from accessing player-only areas at WTA events, including the upcoming Australian Open, as part of his suspension.
Rybakina recently announced that Vukov would rejoin her team, despite already working with current coach Goran Ivanisevic, leading to divided opinions within the tennis community.
Critics, including former players and commentators, have raised concerns about Vukov's coaching style, though Rybakina has dismissed these claims as unfair and unsubstantiated.