Zverev domestic abuse investigation still ongoing according to ATP

ATP CEO Andrea Gaudenzi confirmed that Zverev's domestic abuse allegation investigation is still ongoing despite reports of the organization not contacting the victim.

On October 4th the governing body of men’s tennis confirmed in a statement that they have launched an investigation into the tennis star in relation to allegations around the time of the 2019 Shanghai Masters. Zverev’s former partner Olga Sharypova has accused him of mentally and physically abusing her throughout their relationship.

Providing an update on the investigation, ATP chairman Andrea Gaudenzi said his organization are ‘engaging’ with a third party but said he wasn’t allowed to provide any further details. He said:

"The investigation is ongoing. We have engaged an independent third party with expertise in this area to assist us in the investigative process. I cannot comment on the details of the investigation as of now, but I can say that we have more information available when the investigation is complete."

Describing the situation as ‘new territory’ for the ATP, Gaudenzi admits that more work needs to be done in order to address the topic and any other future claims of domestic violence made at players.

“I can say that this is all new territory for us as an organization. It has shown us areas in which we have some catching up to do and need to do more in the future,” Gaudenzi commented.“I’m glad that last year together with an external expert we did a very thorough review on safety and security issues and as a result we have received a number of recommendations to ensure that all children and adults involved in professional tennis are safe and free from abuse. Building on these recommendations will be a great focus.”