Gymnastics abuse claims: UK Sport chief executive Sally Munday wants to ‘root out’ problem

UK Sport chief executive Sally Munday has vowed to “root out” people “not doing the right thing” in gymnastics after a series of “disturbing allegations”.

Several British gymnasts have come forward detailing their experiences of abuse in recent weeks.

“Like most people who’ve listened to those allegations, it upsets me,” Munday told BBC Sport.

“All of us in British sport have a role and responsibility.

“We must make sure those who behave like that are not welcome.”

The British Athletes’ Commission (BAC) and NSPCC have joined forces to launch a helpline to support athletes and Munday says her own organisation has begun an investigation in partnership with Sport England.

It comes after British Gymnastics stepped aside from its own review to “remove any doubt” over the “integrity or independence” of the process.

“I think we need to let that investigation run its course, we need to understand the facts,” Munday added.