Thanks to the folks reaching out with words of support regarding my still ongoing legal battle with Zverev over my reporting from 2020, I really do appreciate it tons. If you are able to support my crowdfunding efforts in this case, the link is here: gofund.me/1d590cc5
Former player Kevin Anderson makes donation to cover legal fees of journalist involved in Zverev defamation lawsuit
ATPSaturday, 31 August 2024 at 09:00
Retired ATP pro Kevin Anderson has come to the aid of tennis journalist Ben Rothenberg, who is currently embroiled in a defamation lawsuit brought on by former World No.2 Alexander Zverev.
In 2021, the German tennis star sued Rothenberg for defamation after the North American published the testimony of Olya Sharypova, Zverev’s ex-girlfriend, who alleged acts of violence by the athlete when the two were a couple between 2019 and 2020. Zverev has since denied those accusations, and fired back at Rothenberg via lawsuit.
Anderson makes sizable donation to Rothenberg's GoFundMe campaign
The journalist launched an online fundraiser to finance his legal defense, with the goal of raising $22,000. This would be sufficient to cover the costs of the appeal in the case, which will take place in December in a German court, and what he would have to pay the athlete if he loses.
The campaign appears to be a success, with more than 450 patrons donating to Rothenberg's cause. Anderson's name appeared as the largest donor, having contributed $1,000 with his wife, Kelsey. However, within minutes of making the donation, the couple changed their name to ‘Anonymous’. Zverev and Anderson faced each other six times on the ATP Tour, with the German prevailing in all their encounters.
Having reached the monetary goal, everything in excess of the trial costs will be donated to House of Ruth, a foundation for survivors of domestic violence. In the event that the appeal goes in Rothenberg’s favor and Zverev has to bear the costs, the entire amount received will go to the charity.
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