Abu Dhabi Open Issues Apology to Daria Kasatkina Over National Flag Blunder
2025-02-03
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The Abu Dhabi Open has extended an official apology to Russian tennis star Daria Kasatkina, ranked 11th globally, for mistakenly listing her as a Spanish player. Kasatkina has been competing as a neutral athlete on the tour, following the restriction on Russian and Belarusian players. This error has sparked concern among athletes and fans alike, highlighting the importance of accuracy in international sporting events. The incident has also raised awareness about the challenges faced by athletes competing under neutral flags, including Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Andrey Rublev, with tennis news and sports updates being closely monitored. The apology aims to rectify the situation and ensure a smooth continuation of the tournament.
