Bernard Tomic's father, John Tomic has come under scrutiny again after he allegedly headbutted Bernard's practice partner, Thomas Drouet who is a French tennis player. Thomas Drouet sustained some facial injuries including a broken nose, fractured vertebrae and stitches, and has since wished Bernard the best of luck despite his father's behaviour. John Tomic, who was Bernard's coach has now been stood down and is banned from all ATP events until further notice. Todd Woodbridge, head of men's professional tennis in Australia has said that they will help Bernard out and provide coaching assistance until they find a possible long term coach.
John Tomic denies the allegation saying he did it out of self defense and Bernard has since supported his father in his claims. John will likely face court today in Madrid, and is currently being held in custody at a Madrid hotel. Interestingly this incident comes just days after a Monte Carlo news outlet alleged that John Tomic had attacked his son Bernard previously. To add salt to the wounds, Bernard Tomic has subsequently lost his round 1 tennis match at the Madrid Masters to Czech Radek Stepanek 6-3 6-2.
By Kailaesh Raveendran
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