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Tennis Star Daria Kasatkina to Represent Australia After Residency Approval

The Russian-born player cites her opposition to the Ukraine war and personal identity as key factors in her decision to embrace Australia as her new home.

Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 20, 2025 Russia's Daria Kasatkina reacts during her fourth round match against Emma Navarro of the U.S. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo
Daria Kasatkina in action during the Australian Open in Melbourne in January
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Overview

  • Daria Kasatkina, formerly competing as a neutral athlete, announced her decision to represent Australia after gaining permanent residency.
  • The move follows her public opposition to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and her coming out as gay, distancing herself from her Russian roots.
  • Kasatkina expressed gratitude to her family, coaches, and supporters, acknowledging the challenges of changing national representation.
  • She plans to live in Melbourne, describing Australia as a welcoming place where she feels at home and is excited to start a new chapter.
  • Kasatkina, a former world number eight with eight WTA titles, continues to be a prominent figure in tennis and global conversations on sports and identity.