Overview

• The German Gymnastics Federation (DTB) plans to establish a commission next week to investigate abuse allegations at the Kunst-Turn-Forum Stuttgart.
• Former athletes, including Tabea Alt and Michelle Timm, have accused the training center of fostering systemic physical and mental abuse, prompting public outcry in late December 2024.
• Two coaches have been temporarily suspended until January 19, with decisions on their future roles expected in the coming days.
• DTB cited legal complexities as the reason for delays in launching the commission, aiming to ensure actionable and legally sound outcomes from the investigation.
• Interim measures have been implemented to maintain training operations, with assurances that athletes will continue to have coaching support during the review process.