Two Stuttgart Gymnastics Coaches Suspended Following Abuse Allegations

Former and current gymnasts have accused coaches at Stuttgart's training center of systemic physical and mental abuse, prompting investigations and interim suspensions.

• Two coaches at the Stuttgart gymnastics training center have been suspended until January 19 following allegations of abuse by former and current athletes.
• The accusations include systemic physical and mental abuse, with gymnasts describing harmful treatment and long-term psychological impacts.
• A commission is being established to investigate the allegations, involving input from gymnasts, parents, coaches, and officials.
• National coaches Gerben Wiersma and Claudia Schunk are set to begin work at the training center on January 7 as operations resume.
• The German Gymnastics Federation (DTB) and the Swabian Gymnastics Federation (STB) have initiated immediate measures and pledged a thorough inquiry into the reported misconduct.

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