Russia's thoughtful champion, WTA's LGBTQ+ ally, and a consistent top-20 performer.
Daria Kasatkina was born on 7 May 1997 in Togliatti, Russia. She turned professional in 2014 and became known for her artful, varied game and exceptional clay-court skills. She reached the Roland Garros and Wimbledon semi-finals in 2018. In 2022 she publicly came out as gay in an interview — a rare and brave act for a Russian athlete — and also announced she would not return to Russia due to the war in Ukraine. Known for her intelligence, wit, and thoughtful personality, she is one of the most respected players on the WTA Tour.
Roland Garros Semi-finalist 2018
In 2022 she publicly came out as gay — one of the first prominent Russian athletes to do so — and announced she would not return to Russia.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- Roland Garros Semi-finalist 2018
- Wimbledon Semi-finalist 2018