Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina ‘had 100 missed calls from coach and asked security to keep him away’ Blog By celebrityinfo.online On Feb 19, 2025 0 Share - Advertisement - Elena Rybakina’s Coach Banned by WTA Amid Controversy New details have surfaced regarding Elena Rybakina’s relationship with Stefano Vukov after the WTA banned the coach for breaching their Code of Conduct. According to The Athletic, when Rybakina parted ways with Vukov in 2023, he reportedly called her more than 100 times, prompting her to request security intervention to keep him away. However, despite their tumultuous split, Rybakina later rehired Vukov, and the two are now in regular communication. - Advertisement - Rybakina’s Split From Vukov & Security Concerns Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, announced their separation in a brief Instagram story ahead of the 2023 US Open, stating: - Advertisement - “After five years, Stefano and I are no longer working together. I thank him for his work on court and wish him all the best for the future.” However, it has now emerged that after his dismissal, Vukov allegedly arrived at Rybakina’s hotel in New York, seeking to speak with her. He is said to have repeatedly called and texted her, leading her representatives to arrange security to remove him from the premises. - Advertisement - Despite the off-court turmoil, Rybakina competed at the US Open, defeating Destanee Aiava in the first round before withdrawing from her second match due to injuries. Rehiring Vukov & WTA’s Investigation By autumn 2024, Rybakina had rehired Vukov, though she initially announced Goran Ivanisevic as her new coach for the WTA Finals in November. Ivanisevic—who previously coached Novak Djokovic—was reportedly blindsided when Rybakina later confirmed Vukov’s return on January 1, 2025. “Hello everyone, I am excited to announce that Stefano will be joining the team for the 2025 season,” Rybakina wrote on Instagram. - Advertisement - Just one day later, Vukov was provisionally suspended by the WTA as an investigation into his conduct was launched. Rybakina Stands by Vukov, Disputes WTA’s Decision While Ivanisevic departed Rybakina’s team after the Australian Open, she has since begun working with Davide Sanguinetti, reportedly at Vukov’s suggestion. Despite the controversy, Rybakina has defended Vukov, stating that he “never mistreated her” and expressing frustration with the WTA’s decision. Speaking after her victory over Moyuka Uchijima in Dubai, she said: “It’s very disappointing the way it’s been handled… but I need to focus on my tournament. Hopefully, I can just keep on playing and winning.” Vukov, who has denied any wrongdoing, has until February 21 to submit an appeal against his ban. - Advertisement - 0 Share FacebookTwitterGoogle+ReddItWhatsAppPinterestEmail
