The ATP won’t take any motion towards former world No.2 Alexander Zverev following allegations of home abuse towards the German, the lads’s tennis governing physique stated on Tuesday.
In October 2021, the ATP had launched an investigation into allegations levelled by his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharypova, who stated in {a magazine} interview Zverev was emotionally and bodily abusive to her throughout their relationship.
Zverev has persistently denied the allegations.
The ATP stated the investigation’s major focus was associated to alleged abuses happening on the Masters occasion in Shanghai in 2019 however its scope additionally included alleged misconduct in Monaco, New York and Geneva primarily based on stories.
“A major independent investigation into Alexander Zverev has found insufficient evidence to substantiate published allegations of abuse. As a result, no disciplinary action will be taken by ATP,” it stated in a press release.
“The investigation was carried out by The Lake Forest Group (LFG), a third-party investigator.
“LFG performed intensive interviews with each Sharypova and Zverev, and 24 different people together with household and associates, tennis gamers, and different events concerned with the ATP Tour.”
After the 15-month investigation, which involved going through material on Zverev’s electronic devices, the ATP said they were unable to substantiate allegations of abuse or determine that any player offences took place.
“This willpower could nonetheless be re-evaluated ought to new proof come to gentle, or ought to any authorized proceedings reveal violations of ATP guidelines,” it added.
“Zverev has persistently denied all allegations and supported ATP’s investigation.”
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
