"In the interim, he should not be playing": Jon Wertheim weighs in on Alexander Zverev abuse allegations case
ATPThursday, 16 November 2023 at 23:30
Tennis
expert John Wertheim commented on the domestic violence cases involving
Alexander Zverev.
The World
No. 7 received a court order from a German court for assaulting his ex-partner
and mother of his daughter, Brenda Patea. A court in Berlin recently fined
Alexander Zverev $450,000 for causing physical injuries to Patea.
In a recent
interview, tennis journalist John Wertheim discussed 'Sascha' Zverev's
conviction and expressed the opinion that the German should be suspended by the
ATP. He also addressed the situation faced by Nick Kyrgios, who also had legal
troubles due to allegations of violence against him.
“I can’t
stress this enough: No one is condoning Kyrgios or saying his incident was
acceptable behavior. But let’s not conflate. Kyrgios denied abuse but admitted
to shoving aside a former girlfriend. He apologized. In court, “Magistrate Beth
Campbell heard his guilty plea then dismissed the charge, accepting the
seriousness of the matter was ‘low level,’ meaning a conviction was not
recorded,” he said
“In the
case of Zverev, two women have claimed multiple acts of physical violence.
There are detailed accounts. The alleged acts occurred over time on multiple
continents. There is a level of specificity to the allegations. There are
photos and contemporaneous accounts corroborating the allegations,”
“There are
remarkable parallels between the two allegations. In one case, the woman did
not pursue criminal charges, and an ATP-ordered investigation resulted in
insufficient evidence (which is different from exoneration) to warrant
discipline. In another, a Berlin criminal court heard the account and imposed a
“penalty order” of nearly $500,000,” Wertheim added
“Zverev
responded to the claims earlier this month at the Paris Masters, calling the
charges “complete bulls--- … and anyone that has a semi-standard IQ level knows
what this is about,”
“He is
entitled to reject the allegations. He is entitled to a public trial. But in
the interim, he should not be playing. In the absence of a domestic violence
policy, the ATP has said that it will rely on the legal system,” Wertheim
concluded.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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