Prosecutors at Spain’s top criminal court said Monday they had opened a preliminary investigation into Luis Rubiales’ forcible kiss on the lips of World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on grounds it could constitute a crime of “sexual assault”. 

“Prosecutors from the National Court have opened a preliminary investigation to look into the facts, which could constitute an offence of sexual assault,” a court statement said. 

They would also contact Hermoso to offer her a chance to file a suit within 15 days, the statement said. 

More details on SportsDesk. 

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