Seven former New Zealand gymnasts have spoken up about alleged abuse in the sport An independent review of Gymnastics New Zealand (GNZ), published following allegations of abuse within the sport, has found “scars exist and the damage that has caused those scars needs to be repaired’’. The 60-page document, released Wednesday morning, was produced after gymnasts, past and present, coaches, officials and parents consulted with the reviewer David Howman, who was assisted by former Silver Fern Dr Lesley Nicol and former gymnast Rachel Vickery. More than 200 submissions were received, with lengthy interviews or discussions conducted with about 100. Getty Images Gymnastics CEO Tony Compier said the report was crucial to help the sport repair the hurt and suffering of the past.