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The ‘elephant in the room’ at the Australian Open
How sporting bodies deal with athletes’ domestic violence and sexual assault allegations is unfolding before viewers worldwide, who are currently tuning into the Australian Open in Melbourne. Alexander Zverev, star of the tennis tour, is playing in the tournament while facing domestic violence allegations and an impending trial in Germany.
Today, sports journalist Ben Rothenberg sheds light on the culture of silence around domestic violence in tennis.
The Australian Open has divided the country. But could it save sport?
While thousands of Australians are still stranded overseas, 1,200 tennis players, officials and support staff have flown into Melbourne to take part in the Australian Open. Today, Ben Rothenberg on the debate over the decision to go ahead with the tournament, and what it could mean for the future of global sports.