Andy Murray demands new ATP policy after Alexander Zverev gets accused of domestic abuse

Andy Murray, by far one of most progressive men on ATP circuit, is sure to win acclaim from his fans after he called on tennis' highest governing body to institute some changes in its polices. former World .1 has asked ATP to create a domestic violence policy in light of recent Alexander Zverev domestic abuse news. With this, he became second prominent figure from sport - after vak Djokovic - to highlight issue and call for a new rule to be instituted. 

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Murray on Alexander Zverev domestic abuse news

British tennis star Andy Murray has gained a reputation as one of flagbearers of equality in sport of tennis. His best hits include him calling out journalist John Inverdale's suggestion that Murray was first person to win two Olympic gold medals for tennis - a blatant omission of Williams sisters' achievements at level - as well as calling out ar journalist who claimed that "Sam [Querrey] is first US player to reach a major semi-final since 2009” - ar igrance of Williams sisters.

Murray has said that his journey with feminism came about as a result of his partnership with his coach Amelie Mauresmo - a historic partnership of sport. Scotsman revealed that he only realised how rampantly sexist industry was once he went on tour with a female coach. Since n, Murray has put down many male colleagues - like Djokovic - who have spoken against equal pay for make and female players. 

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After allegations surfaced that World .7 Alexander Zverev h been physically and mentally abusing his w ex-girlfriend Olya Sharypova, Murray has called on ATP to form a policy against players accused of domestic violence. “I don’t kw how long it was, but it certainly was t immediate,” Murray said, talking about ATP's reaction to allegations. He urged body to take issue “extremely seriously” so that "y can be a bit more proactive in a situation like that". 

ATP released a delayed statement regarding issue, saying that y "expect all members of Tour to refrain from any conduct that is violent, abusive, or puts ors at risk”.  ATP does t currently have a domestic abuse policy in cases like this one, where legal case has been filed. A new rule could follow on path of many American sporting leagues like NFL, NBA and MLB.

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Zverev ATP ranking

After two back to back wins on Cologne and a finals appearance at Paris Masters, Alexander Zverev will finish 2020 as World .7. His highest-ever ATP ranking was when he reached .3 on vember 6, 2017. 23-year-old has won 13 career titles, which include three ATP Masters 1000 titles and an ATP Finals title. 

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Im Credits: Andy Murray and ATP Tour Twitter