Tabea Alt, a former elite gymnast, revealed severe systematic abuse in German women's gymnastics, describing her experience of being forced to compete despite serious injuries.
Alt and other gymnasts like Michelle Timm highlighted extensive psychological pressure and punitive training practices in Stuttgart, emphasizing the detrimental effects these had on their careers.
Lara Hinsberger criticized her treatment in Stuttgart, stating she was 'willfully broken' by coaches, highlighting a disturbing culture of neglect towards young athletes' well-being.
The German Gymnastics Federation denied ignoring previous abuse complaints and mentioned efforts to address the issues through workshops with sports psychologists, yet concerns persist.
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