Bernard Tomic investigated over suspicious betting on Australian Open match
The investigation examined suspicious betting patterns in two Tomic matches, including a 2022 Australian Open qualifier.
Key points:
– Bernard Tomic was investigated for suspicious betting on two of his matches, including one at the Australian Open
– The betting activity under investigation ranged from $10,000 to $180,000 in winnings
– Authorities found insufficient evidence to pursue criminal charges after months of investigation
– The inquiry also involved three men suspected of placing bets connected to Tomic
A multi-agency investigation into suspicious betting patterns involving Bernard Tomic’s matches has been revealed, including his 2022 Australian Open qualifying match against Roman Safiullin and an earlier match in Turkey.
The probe, which ultimately resulted in no criminal charges, involved police strike force Whyman and the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA).
The investigation focused on suspicious online wagering activity, with reported winnings ranging from $10,000 to $180,000.
Three NSW men – allegedly connected to Tomic either directly or through a close relative – were investigated.
As part of the investigation, the ITIA seized Tomic’s phone and questioned him about the matches. Tennis Australia confirmed its anti-corruption officers cooperated with both law enforcement and the ITIA throughout the process.
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The organisation stated that there is currently no active police investigation into the matter.
The report suggests that there is no evidence of criminal conduct by Tomic, who is currently ranked world No.212 and failed to qualify for this year’s Australian Open. The 32-year-old declined to comment on the investigation.
This investigation follows recent ITIA actions against match-fixing in tennis, including sanctions against three Nigerian players in late 2024 for breaches of the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program, and the suspension of a Bosnian tennis official for integrity violations.
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