Simon Ivanov during a tennis match
Bulgarian tennis player Simon Ivanov (career high no.598 in singles) suspended for 5 years for wagering over €196,000 total on his 11 tennis matches between February and October 2022 + non-cooperation + intimidating and threatening conduct throughout the arbitration process | AI News Digest
Bulgarian tennis player Simon Ivanov has been suspended for five years and fined $25,000 for violating the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) found Ivanov guilty of wagering over €196,000 on 11 matches between February and October 2022, along with non-cooperation during the investigation. His intimidating behavior throughout the arbitration process led to an additional year being added to his suspension. Ivanov, who reached a career-high ranking of 598, is prohibited from participating in any sanctioned tennis events until August 2030. The ITIA emphasizes its commitment to maintaining the integrity of professional tennis worldwide.
