# Gymnastics: Italy is searching for a new coach for its Olympic female rhythmic team after Emanuela Maccarani was fired after 29 years in the role. She is accused of the mistreatment of under-aged athletes, including criticising them over their weights and eating habits. Gymnasts were reportedly forced to weigh themselves in front of teammates, while coaches insulted them if they appeared overweight. The court case against 58-year-old Maccarani follows after two former gymnasts, Anna Basta and Nina Corradini, accused her of psychological abuse.
Gymnastics: Italy’s Olympic female rhythmic coach is fired after 29 years