Aryna Sabalenka and long-term boyfriend had split before his death

Meanwhile, an interview with Koltsov’s ex-wife Julija Mikhailova has appeared in Belarusian media. Mikhailova said that her ex-husband had fallen from the 23rd floor of the St Regis Bal Harbour Resort. 

She also suggested that the fall could have been accidental, on the grounds that “most likely he was very drunk. Unfortunately, hockey players are sometimes guilty of this. 

“Empty alcohol bottles were found in the room where Konstantin stayed,” added Mikhailova, who was the mother of Koltsov’s three children. “There was a balcony overlooking the ocean. Probably Konstantin did not keep track of his actions. 

“We still have the old family computer with Konstantin’s email. I knew the passwords and managed to open some emails. Konstantin had further booked apartments in a different location. Purchases that have not yet arrived have been paid for. He rented a car for a long time. 

“That is, he did not intend to die. Anything, of course, can go to your head, but there was no sign of tragedy.” 

Sabalenka continues to practise at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami in preparation for her opening match on Friday.