German Gymnastics Scandal Triggers External Investigation and Leadership Changes

The Deutsche Turner-Bund announces measures to address allegations of systemic abuse at Stuttgart's national training center.

Former elite gymnasts, including Tabea Alt and Michelle Timm, have accused Stuttgart's gymnastics training center of systemic physical and mental abuse, sparking public outrage.
The Deutsche Turner-Bund (DTB) has hired a Frankfurt law firm to conduct an external investigation into the claims and systemic organizational issues.
A new independent, interdisciplinary experts' panel will be created to review training methods and structural conditions after the investigation concludes.
The DTB Vice President and former national coach, Ulla Koch, has temporarily stepped down from her role to support the integrity of the investigation process.
Two coaches at the Stuttgart training center, previously suspended, will not return to their positions as part of initial corrective actions.