Elena Rybakina's coach suspended as WTA launch investigation

Elena Rybakina’s coach has been suspended and will be unable to obtain an accreditation for the upcoming Australian Open.

World No. 6 Rybakina ended her five-year partnership with Stefano Vukov ahead of last year’s US Open. However, just days ago, she confirmed Vukov would be rejoining the team.

But, according to The Athletic, the WTA has confirmed that Vukov is provisionally suspended while under investigation for a breach of the tour’s Code of Conduct.

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