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Kamilla Rakhimova becomes second Russian player to switch to Uzbekistan

World No. 112 Kamilla Rakhimova is the latest Russian-born tennis player to officially change her nationality. The 24-year-old will now compete under the Uzbekistan flag at tournaments.

Kamilla Rakhimova

Her switch marks the third nationality change by a Russian player in 2025, continuing a broader trend that began after the start of the war in Ukraine. In March, Daria Kasatkina announced she would represent Australia, and just over a month ago Maria Timofeeva became the first player to transfer her allegiance to Uzbekistan.