[Kimeoffessyr]

for me i completely believe that there was physical abuse, and any degree of it, is too much.

i also agree with earlier messages that there are probably a few other players who have harrowing stories of abuse (be it physical or emotional). there is something about girls who are trained at such young ages, easily influenced by their parents / coaches (who are often one and the same), with potentially so much money at stake, and the pressure that lends itself to abuse.

i would completely surprised if a man on the atp came forward with stories of abuse of any type from their parents or and coaches.