Finally, some relief for Stefano Vukov! Shortly after the US Open, the WTA launched an investigation, which concluded after four months. Following that investigation on January 31, Elena Rybakina’s ex-coach received a one-year ban. He was told the investigation had found “ abuse of authority and abusive conduct ” towards the player. Under this suspension, Vukov was unable to access stadiums, practice courts, and other facilities, as well as player accommodations.

The four major tournaments honored the ban, but despite that, Stefano Vukov travelled to Melbourne (for the AO) and supported Elena Rybakina from a distance. Amidst all this, Goran Ivanisevic, who joined Rybakina’s team on November 1, 2024, as a replacement for Vukov, had to ultimately leave her team d

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