Tennis must take a stand on violence against women, after protester interrupts Alexander Zverev at Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tennis must take a stand on violence against women, after protester interrupts Alexander Zverev at Australian Open

ABC  

Ahead of this year's Australian Open men's final, 'Nina' faced a dilemma most women who are fans of men's sport can relate to. But the world number two — Alexander "Sascha" Zverev — has had various allegations of domestic violence levied against him by two former partners, Olya Sharypova and Brenda Patea. It's an issue Andy Murray raised four years ago, when he called on the Tour to take a "proactive" approach to the "extremely serious" allegations levelled at Zverev. At the time, the Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter Beatie said the policy was not about being popular, but "sending a clear message that the game does not tolerate violence against women or children." More women than ever murdered in Australia Tennis, like any other sport, does not exist in a vacuum, and Australia's violence against women problem is not going away.

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Australian Open protester on why she yelled at Alexander Zverev over abuse allegations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open protester on why she yelled at Alexander Zverev over abuse allegations

ABC  

The protester who yelled from the Melbourne Park stands following the Australian Open men's final has revealed how she made the decision to interrupt the post-match ceremony. In an extensive interview with independent tennis journalist Ben Rothenberg, "Nina" said she was a huge tennis fan who felt the sport had been apathetic on issues like domestic violence. at men's final …

Woman who heckled Australian Open star Alexander Zverev is body shamed by cruel internet trolls
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Woman who heckled Australian Open star Alexander Zverev is body shamed by cruel internet trolls

Daily Mail  

Followed pictures of the heckler appearing online The woman who heckled Australian Open finalist Alexander Zverev has been taunted by ruthless trolls on social media. It was a reference to two women - Zverev's former partners Olya Sharypova and Brenda Patea - who previously made allegations of domestic abuse against the tennis star. The woman who heckled Australian Open finalist …

Alexander Zverev heckled by fan for domestic violence accusations after losing Australian Open final
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev heckled by fan for domestic violence accusations after losing Australian Open final

CNN  

CNN — World No. 2 Alexander Zverev was forced to address previous domestic abuse allegations made against him after he was heckled by a member of the crowd after the Australian Open final on Sunday. Zverev was easily beaten by Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open final. Quinn Rooney/Getty Images In 2020, Zverev’s ex-girlfriend said the tennis player attacked her …

Alexander Zverev is heckled over domestic abuse allegations at Australian Open as furious protester shouts names of alleged victims
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev is heckled over domestic abuse allegations at Australian Open as furious protester shouts names of alleged victims

Daily Mail  

Alexander Zverev was the target of a dramatic protest after the Australian Open final, as a spectator screamed out the names of two women who have accused the world No2 of domestic violence. Zverev lost in straight sets to Jannik Sinner and, as he approached the microphone to begin his runners-up speech, a woman yelled into the silence: 'Australia believes …

Australian Open 2025: Names of runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Names of runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony

The Hindu  

Moments after Alexander Zverev’s loss in the Australian Open final Sunday, a person in the stadium yelled out the names of two of the tennis star’s ex-girlfriends who have accused him of physical abuse in the past, saying “Australia believes” them. As Zverev stood at a microphone waiting to speak during the trophy ceremony, a voice repeated the phrase three …

Names of Australian Open runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Names of Australian Open runner-up Zverev’s past accusers shouted out during trophy ceremony

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Moments after Alexander Zverev’s loss in the Australian Open final Sunday, a person in the stadium yelled out the names of two of the tennis star’s ex-girlfriends who have accused him of physical abuse in the past, saying “Australia believes” them. As Zverev stood at a microphone waiting to speak during the trophy ceremony, a voice repeated …

Program to prevent cyberbullying in tennis has reported 15 abusive posters to law enforcement
3 months ago

Program to prevent cyberbullying in tennis has reported 15 abusive posters to law enforcement

Associated Press  

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The identities of 15 “highly abusive account authors” were reported to national law enforcement and about 12,000 posts or comments were pointed out to social media platforms this year as part of a new attempt to protect tennis players and officials from cyberbullying. The results of the first 10 months of the program were announced Thursday …

US Open: Coco Gauff, Caroline Garcia and other tennis players say cyberbullying is still a problem
6 months, 3 weeks ago

US Open: Coco Gauff, Caroline Garcia and other tennis players say cyberbullying is still a problem

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Caroline Garcia, a U.S. Open semifinalist two years ago, drew attention Wednesday to the ever-present problem of cyberbullying in tennis, particularly by people who bet on matches, after her first-round loss at the Grand Slam tournament. And still, no progress has been made.” Garcia offered examples of “just a few” of the hundreds of messages she said …

U.S. Tennis Association welcomes review into player safeguarding
8 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. Tennis Association welcomes review into player safeguarding

New York Times  

A six-month review of the United States Tennis Association’s player safety protocols has described the organization’s safeguarding measures and means of ensuring player safety as surpassing the standards of the country’s leading sports safety organization, but still needing significant improvement. The review, funded by the USTA and conducted by two leading lawyers at Debevoise & Plimpton — David O’Neil and …

Alexander Zverev FUMES as he urges reporters to not ask him about settled assault case with ex-girlfriend after he was accused of strangling the mother of his child during domestic legal claim
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev FUMES as he urges reporters to not ask him about settled assault case with ex-girlfriend after he was accused of strangling the mother of his child during domestic legal claim

Daily Mail  

Alexander Zverev fumed at reporters after being asked questions on his assault case with his former girlfriend. Alexander Zverev fumed at reporters after being asked questions on his assault case Alexander Zverev was accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend Brenda Patea "I never ever want to hear another question about the subject again. "⁰⁰French Open finalist Alexander Zverev didn't mince his …

Tennis star Zverev wants to 'move on' after assault case dropped
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Tennis star Zverev wants to 'move on' after assault case dropped

New Indian Express  

PARIS: French Open finalist Alexander Zverev said he "never wanted to hear another question" about his trial over domestic abuse allegations after a German court dropped a case against him Friday. Germany's Zverev defeated Casper Ruud in four sets to reach his second Grand Slam final hours after a settlement was agreed with his ex-girlfriend, who accused him of assaulting …

Alexander Zverev’s case settlement does not give tennis the certainty it wants
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev’s case settlement does not give tennis the certainty it wants

New York Times  

Friday was all very neat and clean for Alexander Zverev. It does have a “code of conduct” which grants the ability to suspend players who have “engaged in conduct contrary to the integrity of the Game of Tennis.” The 2024 ATP rulebook states that: “A player, or related person, charged with a violation of a criminal or civil law of …

Zverev settles domestic violence case brought by former girlfriend
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Zverev settles domestic violence case brought by former girlfriend

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev has agreed a settlement after the mother of his child accused him of physical abuse and a German court closed the case on Friday, the French Open semifinalist’s lawyers said. “The process against Alexander Zverev was shelved today by the court with the agreement of the prosecutor’s office and Ms Brenda Patea,” the player’s lawyers said in a …

Alexander Zverev trial explained: Does tennis have a policy on domestic violence?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev trial explained: Does tennis have a policy on domestic violence?

The Hindu  

As tennis pro Alexander Zverev competes for a Grand Slam title at the French Open in Paris, he is also involved in a court case at home in Germany connected to his former partner’s accusation he caused her bodily harm. There’s absolutely no chance I am.” Zverev said after his quarterfinal match Wednesday that “everything is going OK from my …

Why Alexander Zverev can play French Open while facing domestic abuse charges
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Alexander Zverev can play French Open while facing domestic abuse charges

New York Times  

This article has been updated to reflect the start of the Tiergarten Berlin district court hearing into the charges against Alexander Zverev, Friday May 31. To follow our tennis coverage, In what looks to be one of the most wide-open Grand Slam tournaments in decades, conventional wisdom says Alexander Zverev has to be considered among the favorites for the men’s …

Zverev domestic violence case and the questions ATP, tennis face
1 year, 2 months ago

Zverev domestic violence case and the questions ATP, tennis face

Hindustan Times  

On the second season of the Netflix pro tennis docudrama Break Point, an episode titled Unfinished Business gathered far more notice than others. In September 2021, respected broadcaster and former pro Mary Carillo stepped away from working on the Laver Cup which featured Zverev because she didn’t want to avoid the abuse allegations while on air. In an August 2021 …

Alexander Zverev keeps winning. But nobody wants to talk about his domestic abuse trial
1 year, 2 months ago

Alexander Zverev keeps winning. But nobody wants to talk about his domestic abuse trial

New York Times  

This is getting awkward. Alexander Zverev, the German tennis star set to face trial in May on a domestic abuse charge, keeps dicing with elimination from the Australian Open, which would save the sport from a subject that no one wants to talk about. GO DEEPER Why Alexander Zverev is allowed to play despite domestic abuse allegations The latest allegations …

Tennis governing bodies aim to combat online abuse of players
1 year, 3 months ago

Tennis governing bodies aim to combat online abuse of players

The Hindu  

The major governing bodies of tennis on Wednesday said they will aim to protect their athletes from online abuse by monitoring, reporting and helping to identify who is behind threats and other inappropriate contact. “This development reflects the commitment of the international tennis bodies involved to protect and support athletes from the mental trauma and potential real-world threat of online …

Why Alexander Zverev is allowed to play despite domestic abuse allegations
1 year, 4 months ago

Why Alexander Zverev is allowed to play despite domestic abuse allegations

New York Times  

Amid the sublime excellence of Carlos Alcaraz and the astonishing season of Novak Djokovic, a dark cloud hangs over men’s tennis. In multiple media interviews and in claims filed with German legal authorities, Brenda Patea, the mother of Zverev’s daughter, has said Zverev pushed her against a wall and choked her during an argument in 2020. After much prodding from …

Alexander Zverev fined for physical abuse of ex-girlfriend but will appeal ‘scandalous’ decision
1 year, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev fined for physical abuse of ex-girlfriend but will appeal ‘scandalous’ decision

The Independent  

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Alexander Zverev has been ordered by a Berlin court to pay an …

Alexander Zverev Fined By German Court For Alleged Assault
1 year, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev Fined By German Court For Alleged Assault

News 18  

German tennis star Alexander Zverev was handed a 450,000 euro fine by a Berlin court for allegedly assaulting a woman in May 2020, a judicial spokeswoman said Tuesday. The former world number two is contesting the fine, which was issued on October 2, and has “lodged an objection”, a spokeswoman for the Berlin courts said in a statement. Zverev has …

U.S. Tennis accused of downplaying sexual abuse and trying to silence Pam Shriver
1 year, 5 months ago

U.S. Tennis accused of downplaying sexual abuse and trying to silence Pam Shriver

New York Times  

If you’d like to follow our new tennis coverage, please The United States Tennis Association is defending itself against allegations that one of its top lawyers has repeatedly tried to cover up sexual abuse, including warning the 22-time Grand Slam champion and abuse survivor Pam Shriver to show caution when she discussed the issue. On Monday, Stevie Gould, a former …

Alexander Zverev denies assault allegations following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office
1 year, 8 months ago

Alexander Zverev denies assault allegations following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev has again denied allegations of assault after the public prosecutor’s office in Berlin applied for a penalty order to be made against the German tennis star. I won’t say any more than that,” Zverev said at the Hamburg European Open on Monday in comments reported by news agency DPA. DPA reported the Tiergarten District Court confirmed receipt of …

Alexander Zverev denies allegations of assault following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office
1 year, 8 months ago

Alexander Zverev denies allegations of assault following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office

Hindustan Times  

Alexander Zverev has again denied allegations of assault after the public prosecutor’s office in Berlin applied for a penalty order to be made against the German tennis star. Alexander Zverev from Germany during an interview during the Hamburg European Open tournament, at the Rothenbaum Tennis Stadium “From my side, I completely reject the allegations. I won’t say any more than …

From fighting for equal pay to advocating queer rights, women’s tennis has always been a step ahead of other sports
1 year, 9 months ago

From fighting for equal pay to advocating queer rights, women’s tennis has always been a step ahead of other sports

The Hindu  

For long, a woman’s worth in sports was a function of whether she could match a man or be better than him. The four Grand Slams — the crown jewels of the sport — pay men and women equally, and in December 2022, the Forbes list of highest-earning women athletes featured seven tennis players in the top 10, with Naomi …

Nick Kyrgios’s apology isn’t worth a thing
2 years, 1 month ago

Nick Kyrgios’s apology isn’t worth a thing

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. What’s she even complaining about?” “If …

Zverev hails 'justice' as ATP finds 'insufficient evidence' of abuse
2 years, 1 month ago

Zverev hails 'justice' as ATP finds 'insufficient evidence' of abuse

China Daily  

Germany's Alexander Zverev reacts as he plays against Peru's Juan Pablo Varillas during their men's singles match on day two of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 17, 2023. LONDON — Alexander Zverev said "justice has prevailed" after tennis chiefs announced Tuesday there was "insufficient evidence" to substantiate allegations of domestic abuse against the German former world …

Alexander Zverev will not face ATP action over domestic abuse allegations
2 years, 1 month ago

Alexander Zverev will not face ATP action over domestic abuse allegations

Daily Mail  

The ATP will not take any action against former world No 2 Alexander Zverev following allegations of domestic abuse against the German, the men's tennis governing body said on Tuesday. In October 2021, the ATP had launched an investigation into allegations levelled by his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharypova, who said in a magazine interview that Zverev was emotionally and physically abusive …

Zverev faces no disciplinary action for domestic abuse allegations due to insufficient evidence - ATP
2 years, 1 month ago

Zverev faces no disciplinary action for domestic abuse allegations due to insufficient evidence - ATP

The Hindu  

The ATP will not take any action against former world number two Alexander Zverev following allegations of domestic abuse against the German, the men’s tennis governing body said on Tuesday. “LFG conducted extensive interviews with both Sharypova and Zverev, and 24 other individuals including family and friends, tennis players, and other parties involved with the ATP Tour.” The 25-year-old Zverev …

Protecting young players from abuse must be a priority, Azarenka says
2 years, 6 months ago

Protecting young players from abuse must be a priority, Azarenka says

Hindustan Times  

Victoria Azarenka, of Belarus, serves to Petra Martic, of Croatia, during the third round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in New York. Sexual abuse of young female players by older male coaches happens "right and left" on the WTA Tour and safeguarding against it must be a priority, Victoria Azarenka said at the U.S. Open …

US Open 2022: Women players need better safeguarding, says Victoria Azarenka
2 years, 6 months ago

US Open 2022: Women players need better safeguarding, says Victoria Azarenka

Firstpost  

Azarenka said the issue of safeguarding players was a top concern for members of the WTA Tour’s Players’ Council, adding that exploitation of players was happening “left and right.” New York: Victoria Azarenka said Saturday tennis needs to do a better job of protecting women players after the former coach of French player Fiona Ferro was charged with rape. Azarenka …

French tennis player accuses former coach of sexual assault
2 years, 6 months ago

French tennis player accuses former coach of sexual assault

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A professional tennis player from France who reached a career-high ranking of No. The French Tennis Federation said in a statement Saturday that it is “standing by” Fiona Ferro, a 25-year-old who lost in qualifying at the U.S. Open last week, “in the proceedings she has initiated against her former coach, Pierre Bouteyre.” The federation added that …

Nobody should face any kind of abuse – physical, mental or sexual: Para Badminton player Manasi Joshi
2 years, 8 months ago

Nobody should face any kind of abuse – physical, mental or sexual: Para Badminton player Manasi Joshi

The Hindu  

A long-time advocate for women’s representation in sports, Manasi Joshi, India’s top para badminton player, is shocked by recent developments of sexual misconduct across sporting disciplines. I think no woman should go through a mental breakdown when she’s facing any issues or when she’s reporting.” Earlier this month, the assistant head coach of the U-17 women’s football team, Alex Ambrose, …

Column: Women’s tennis leads lonely fight for human rights
3 years, 3 months ago

Column: Women’s tennis leads lonely fight for human rights

Associated Press  

If Thomas Bach or Adam Silver need some pointers on standing up for human rights instead of the bottom line, they should give a call to Steve Simon over at the women’s tennis tour. Treading courageously into territory that Bach’s International Olympic Committee and Silver’s NBA steadfastly avoided — not to mention other sports organizations and countless corporate giants — …

Tennis tour investigating abuse accusations against Zverev
3 years, 5 months ago

Tennis tour investigating abuse accusations against Zverev

The Hindu  

The men’s professional tennis tour has opened an investigation into a former girlfriend’s accusations of domestic abuse by Olympic gold medalist and 2020 U.S Open runner-up Alexander Zverev. We hope our investigation will allow us to establish the facts and determine appropriate follow-up action,” ATP CEO Massimo Calvelli said in a statement issued by the tour. “I’ve always said that …

Tennis tour investigating abuse accusations against Zverev
3 years, 5 months ago

Tennis tour investigating abuse accusations against Zverev

Associated Press  

LONDON — The men’s professional tennis tour has opened an investigation into a former girlfriend’s accusations of domestic abuse by Olympic gold medalist and 2020 U.S Open runner-up Alexander Zverev. We hope our investigation will allow us to establish the facts and determine appropriate follow-up action,” ATP CEO Massimo Calvelli said in a statement issued by the tour. “I’ve always …

ATP Opens Investigation into Domestic Abuse Allegations Against Alexander Zverev
3 years, 5 months ago

ATP Opens Investigation into Domestic Abuse Allegations Against Alexander Zverev

The Quint  

Meanwhile, ATP CEO Massimo Calvelli said that allegations raised against Alexander Zverev are serious and it is ATP's responsibility to address them. The ATP's move comes after an independent review into their safeguarding policy, commissioned earlier this year, was completed "to ensure all adults and minors involved in professional tennis are safe and protected from abuse". The ATP said that …

Zverev denies allegations, backs ATP domestic violence rules
3 years, 6 months ago

Zverev denies allegations, backs ATP domestic violence rules

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Olympic tennis gold medalist Alexander Zverev again denied abuse allegations made by a former girlfriend and said Friday he would support the introduction of a domestic violence policy by the men’s pro tour. “So there’s nothing else to say from my side because, as I said, the court confirmed that it’s untrue.” Zverev was granted a preliminary …

Alexander Zverev Says He Will Take Legal Action over Domestic Abuse Allegations
3 years, 6 months ago

Alexander Zverev Says He Will Take Legal Action over Domestic Abuse Allegations

News 18  

Tokyo Olympic singles champion Alexander Zverev said Friday he plans to take legal action over accusations of domestic abuse by former girlfriend Olya Sharypova and again denied any wrongdoing. Zverev, last year’s US Open runner-up, is seeded fourth in this year’s New York Grand Slam hardcourt tennis showdown that begins Monday. “I categorically and unequivocally deny having abused Olya.” Zverev …

Andy Murray urges ATP to create a domestic abuse policy
4 years, 4 months ago

Andy Murray urges ATP to create a domestic abuse policy

Daily Mail  

Sir Andy Murray has joined Novak Djokovic in urging men's tennis governing body ATP to come up with a policy on domestic abuse following allegations made against German Alexander Zverev by his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharypova. Andy Murray has called for the ATP to set up a domestic abuse policy in wake of allegations made against German tennis player Alex Zverev …

Alex Zverev continues to deny allegations of domestic abuse
4 years, 4 months ago

Alex Zverev continues to deny allegations of domestic abuse

Daily Mail  

Alex Zverev resurfaced at the O2 Arena on Friday and immediately had to deny allegations that he has been the perpetrator of domestic violence. World No 7 Alex Zverev has again denied claims of domestic abuse made by his girlfriend Alex Zverev and Olga Sharypova at a gala night during the Laver Cup in Geneva last year His tennis appears …

Alexander Zverev faces further allegations of domestic abuse
4 years, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev faces further allegations of domestic abuse

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Zverev's ex-girlfriend hits back at his claims that her domestic abuse allegations are 'unfounded'
4 years, 4 months ago

Zverev's ex-girlfriend hits back at his claims that her domestic abuse allegations are 'unfounded'

Daily Mail  

Alexander Zverev's former girlfriend has hit back at the tennis star after he labelled her domestic abuse allegations against him as 'unfounded'. The German tennis star released a statement on Twitter denying the claims from 23-year-old Olya Sharypova, a Russian photographer who said he hit her head against a wall and tried to strangle her at last year's US Open. …

Alexander Zverev denies accusations he attacked ex-girlfriend during US Open 2019
4 years, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev denies accusations he attacked ex-girlfriend during US Open 2019

Firstpost  

World number seven Alexander Zverev insisted claims made by Olga Sharypova that he tried to “strangle” her while at the US Open were “unfounded” and made him “very sad”. Paris: German tennis star Alexander Zverev on Thursday said accusations by an ex-girlfriend that he had attacked her in New York last year were “simply not true”. World number seven Zverev …

Alexander Zverev 'tried to strangle his ex-girlfriend at last year's US Open'
4 years, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev 'tried to strangle his ex-girlfriend at last year's US Open'

Daily Mail  

World No 7 and recent US Open finalist Alex Zverev has been rocked by claims made by an ex-girlfriend that he was the perpetrator of domestic abuse. Olya Sharypova, the former partner of Alexander Zverev, has claimed he abused her at last year's US Open by trying to strangle her and hitting her head against a wall Sharypova posted on …

Garbine Muguruza calls for greater television coverage of women's tennis as sport battles to recover from allegations of sexism
6 years, 5 months ago

Garbine Muguruza calls for greater television coverage of women's tennis as sport battles to recover from allegations of sexism

Firstpost  

Former world number one Garbine Muguruza called for greater television coverage of women’s tennis, as the game battles to recover from allegations of sexism that erupted at the US Open Hong Kong: Former world number one Garbine Muguruza called for greater television coverage of women’s tennis, as the game battles to recover from allegations of sexism that erupted at the …

Women's Tennis Association Characterizes Serena Williams' Penalty As Sexist
6 years, 6 months ago

Women's Tennis Association Characterizes Serena Williams' Penalty As Sexist

Huff Post  

The Women’s Tennis Association has weighed in on the controversial U.S. Open one-game penalty against Serena Williams, saying she was not treated the same way a male player would have been during her argument with an umpire. The International Tennis Federation, the governing body of world tennis, quickly defended chair umpire Carlos Ramos of Portugal as “respected” and professional. Serena …

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