Overview
- Marcell Jacobs appeared on Rai2's 'Belve,' addressing allegations that Giacomo Tortu hired a private agency in 2021 to hack his phone and access medical data.
- Jacobs described the breach of his privacy as deeply upsetting and stated that he was 'sconvolto' by the revelations.
- The Olympic champion expressed confidence that Filippo Tortu, Giacomo's brother and Jacobs's relay teammate, was unaware of the alleged actions.
- Jacobs stated he would have dismissed his own brother if faced with a similar situation, highlighting the personal and professional strain caused by the scandal.
- The Milan prosecutor's investigation into the alleged illegal data access is ongoing, with no charges publicly filed as of now.