4. Your Friend from Thuringia
A shadowy world of obsession comes to light, and a dark motive is revealed.
As police question the attacker, the strange motive for this appalling crime is revealed - sending another shockwave through the world of tennis and beyond.
We learn more about the man who attacked Monica Seles, and a worrying obsession comes to light - exposing the frightening reality that female players have been navigating behind the scenes. We hear about how something innocent can turn into something dangerous; how fandom can become fixation.
Time remains suspended for one of its best players, but the multi-million dollar world of women鈥檚 tennis keeps on turning. More revelations plunge Seles into further darkness - but she is a player famed for her fighting spirit. Will she be free when justice is served?
Warning: This episode contains descriptions of violence.
Presented by Clare Balding
Produced by Emma Roberts
Additional reporting by Russell Fuller
Mixed by Gareth Isles
Executive Producer: Joe Haddow
Assistant Commissioner: Rob Green
Commissioning Executive: Stevie Middleton
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