Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai said in a video call with International Olympic Committee officials that she is safe and well, the group said, which comes almost three weeks after she sparked global concerns over her mysterious disappearance following her allegations of sexual assault against a former vice premier.
She has not yet made any public comments and audio of her 35-year old speech was not available. The IOC shared Peng’s remarks on Sunday 21st November and a picture of Peng speaking on TV to the president. Thomas Bach, and two more of its officials, smiling while appearing amid a backdrop of stuffed animal toys.
According to a group statement, Peng Schuai expressed gratitude for the IOC’s concern regarding her health at the end of the call. She explained she was safe and healthy at home, in Beijing. However, she would prefer to keep her privacy at all times. She prefers spending her time right now with family and friends. She will still be playing tennis because it is a sport that she loves.