The International Olympic Committee (IOC) via video call contacted the former Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who got into a sex scandal after being accused of violence by the former vice-premier of the country Zhang Gaoli. This was reported on the website of the organization.
The IOC noted that the athlete is safe and in good condition. They also promised to continue supporting her and announced a personal meeting with the Chinese woman in January. The committee said that they communicate directly with Chinese sports organizations.
IOC President Thomas Bach held the first video call Shuai on November 21. Before that, the athlete did not get in touch for several days. Nothing was known about her location either.
The scandal erupted in early November. Shuai brought charges against Gaoli, claiming that he forced her to have sexual intercourse ten years ago.
The 35-year-old Chinese woman retired in 2018. She is a two-time doubles Grand Slam winner.
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