24 days ago

Elena Rybakina Defends Stefano Vukov After Australian Open Triumph

Fresh off a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 win over Sabalenka for her second major title, Rybakina addressed the WTA case that suspended coach Vukov over alleged abusive, toxic conduct she never backed. She called it a “very unpleasant experience.” Vukov still joined her trophy ceremony to accept the coaches’ cup; a year ago, he couldn’t enter Melbourne Park.