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China hits back WTA decision, protests 'politicizing the case' after suspension

China responded to the Women’s Tennis Association’s decision to suspend all its events in China over the case of former Tennis player Peng Shuai, who accused the country’s former Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli of pressurizing her into a sexual relationship.
China hits back WTA decision, protests 'politicizing the case' after suspension
China hits back WTA decision, protests 'politicizing the case' after suspension

The organization had been left with no choice and demanded verifiable proof that the former French Open and Wimbledon doubles champion was safe. He also called on Beijing to fully investigate her accusations. WTA has asserted that Peng has not been allowed to communicate freely and has been pressured to contradict her allegation of sexual assault.

Published date : 06 Dec 2021 06:08PM

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