The ATP is not going to take any motion in opposition to former world quantity two Alexander Zverev following home abuse allegations in opposition to the German, the boys’s tennis governing physique mentioned on Tuesday.
In October 2021, the ATP launched an investigation into allegations made by his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharipova, who mentioned in {a magazine} interview that Zverev was emotionally and bodily abusive throughout their relationship.
Zverev has persistently denied all allegations.
The ATP mentioned the first focus of the investigation was associated to alleged misconduct on the Masters occasion in Shanghai in 2019, however its scope additionally included alleged misconduct in Monaco, New York and Geneva based mostly 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 the ATP,” it mentioned in an announcement.
“The investigation was carried out by Lake Forest Group (LFG), a 3rd social gathering investigator.
“LFG conducted extensive interviews with Sharypova and Zverev, and 24 other individuals, including family and friends, tennis players and other parties involved with the ATP Tour.”
After a 15-month investigation, which included going by way of materials on Zverev’s digital tools, the ATP acknowledged that they had been unable to show the allegations of abuse or decide {that a} participant offense had occurred.
It added, “However this determination may be re-evaluated should new evidence come to light, or should any legal proceedings uncover a breach of ATP rules.”
“Zverev has consistently denied all allegations and supports the ATP’s investigation.”
With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
