Two gymnasts who say they were sexually abused at an elite academy in Iowa have filed lawsuits against the sport’s oversight bodies.
The lawsuits, filed Monday, allege that Sean Gardner preyed on girls despite repeated complaints about the coach’s behavior.
These allegations highlight serious concerns about the oversight and protection measures within the sport.
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