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Rybakina Reconciles with Coach Amid Abuse Allegations

6/2/2025

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Stefano Vukov, the suspended coach of Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, is fighting a one-year ban from WTA events due to abusive conduct. Despite the serious allegations and concerns for her safety, Rybakina has chosen to reconcile with Vukov, who now serves as her agent, raising eyebrows in the tennis community.

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Stefano Vukov, the suspended coach of Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, is fighting a one-year ban from WTA events due to abusive conduct. Despite the serious allegations and concerns for her safety, Rybakina has chosen to reconcile with Vukov, who now serves as her agent, raising eyebrows in the tennis community.