New Allegations Deepen Italian Gymnastics Abuse Scandal

Wiretap evidence implicates former junior coach Sofia Cantaluppi in abusive practices, adding to the fallout after Emanuela Maccarani's dismissal.

Emanuela Maccarani, Italy's former rhythmic gymnastics national coach, was dismissed after confirmed allegations of abuse and psychological harassment.
Wiretap evidence from the Maccarani investigation implicates Sofia Cantaluppi, a former junior national coach, in forcing gymnasts to strip as punishment for training errors.
Gymnasts, some as young as 14, were reportedly locked in cold rooms without phones as punishment for poor training performance.
Olympic bronze medalist Sofia Raffaeli was allegedly forced to kneel and beg for forgiveness from a coach after a mistake during training.
Despite the allegations against Cantaluppi, no formal complaints or investigations have been initiated against her as of now.