Overview

• The world No. 19 said the tour’s demands left her emotionally exhausted and that she needs time away.
• She referenced ongoing battles for full Australian competition eligibility and said she has not seen her father in four years.
• Kasatkina finished 2025 at 19–22 with no titles, most recently losing 6-3, 6-0 to Sonay Kartal at the China Open on Sept. 27.
• After withdrawing from this week’s Wuhan Open, she confirmed she will not play again this year and plans a 2026 return.
• Her decision aligns with season shutdowns by Elina Svitolina, Paula Badosa and Beatriz Haddad Maia, as leading players criticize the WTA’s mandatory-heavy calendar.