Why did Elena Rybakina change nationality?

Why did Elena Rybakina change nationality?

Rybakina, 23, was born and raised in Moscow, and originally represented Russia, but switched to represent Kazakhstan in 2018 in order to gain additional funding for her career.

Does Elena Rybakina have dual nationality?

Wimbledon Champion Elena Rybakina Changing Her Nationality From Russia to Kazakhstan Is Not Unusual Among Tennis Stars. Born in Moscow, Elena Rybakina holds a Kazakhstan passport which she acquired in 2018.

Do Rybakina parents live in Russia?

Rybakina’s parents still live in Moscow and she had been reluctant throughout the tournament to elaborate on how much time she spends in Russia.

How is Rybakina allowed?

The All England Club’s imposed a ban on Russian and Belarusian players after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But Rybakina was allowed to compete as she switched to represent Kazakhstan four years ago. Her win is historic because she is the first player to represent Kazakhstan to win a Grand Slam title.