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Peyton Stearns Parts Ways with Coach Amid WTA Investigation

3/8/2026

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Peyton Stearns, ranked No. 48 in the world, ended her coaching relationship with Rafael Font de Mora amid a WTA Tour investigation for alleged misconduct after the first Grand Slam of 2026.
Complaints against Font de Mora include safeguarding concerns raised by former players, such as Pam Shriver, which he has denied.
Stearns is now coached by Roberto Ortega and continues to compete in doubles at the BNP Paribas Open.
The WTA is increasing its involvement in addressing complaints related to player-coach relationships.

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Peyton Stearns, ranked No. 48 in the world, ended her coaching relationship with Rafael Font de Mora amid a WTA Tour investigation for alleged misconduct after the first Grand Slam of 2026.
Complaints against Font de Mora include safeguarding concerns raised by former players, such as Pam Shriver, which he has denied.
Stearns is now coached by Roberto Ortega and continues to compete in doubles at the BNP Paribas Open.
The WTA is increasing its involvement in addressing complaints related to player-coach relationships.