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Bernard Tomic's father investigated over 'altercation'

Reports that Bernard Tomic's father has been involved in an altercation with his son's hitting partner Thomas Drouet are being investigated by the ATP.

Details of an "incident in Madrid" involving the 20-year-old Australian's father, John, were as yet unclear, Tennis Australia said.

Australian media say Frenchman Drouet was left injured and Tomic senior would appear in court in Madrid on Monday.

"We are working closely with ATP officials," Tennis Australia said.

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