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Russia-born Kasatkina says 'didn't have much choice' after Australia switch
Daria Kasatkina has said she "didn't have much choice" after the openly gay world number 12 switched allegiances from Russia to Australia.
The Russia-born 27-year-old, who has previously described the war in Ukraine as a "nightmare", announced at the weekend that Australia had approved her application for permanent residency.
Kasatkina has previously also criticised Russia's attitude towards homosexuality.
Speaking ahead of her first tournament this week playing under the Australian flag, Kasatkina told reporters at the Charleston Open on Monday: "With everything going on in my previous country, I didn't have much choice.
"For me, being openly gay, if I want to be myself, I have to make this step, and I did it."
Kasatkina, who will make Melbourne her new home, described herself as nervous but excited to be representing Australia.
"Honestly, it feels different, I'm not going to lie. It's emotional for me," said Kasatkina, who has won eight WTA titles.
She added: "I have to get used to it. But I'm really happy to start this new chapter of my life representing Australia on the big stage."
H.M.Hernandez--TFWP
