I can't go on anymore," Kasatkina ends her 2025 season

Swept aside by Sonay Kartal in her opening match in Beijing, Daria Kasatkina has decided to end her 2025 season.

On her social media, the Australian player chose to explain this decision, motivated particularly by a need for mental rest.

She states: "'I'm fine,' words we've all heard spoken by many women from different backgrounds, knowing they're not fine, that they're far from fine, but they keep going, breaking a little more each time.

That's me. 2025 has been my 'I'm fine' year. I've been far from fine for a long time and, truthfully, my results and performances show it. The fans aren't stupid, they see it too.

I've hidden my feelings because I don't want to come across as complaining, as weak, or, God forbid, as ungrateful or not appreciating this extraordinary life we lead as professional tennis players.

The truth is, I've reached my limits and I can't go on anymore. I need a break. A break from the monotonous daily life of life on tour, the suitcases, the results, the pressure, the same faces (sorry girls)... everything that comes with this life.

The schedule is too packed, mentally and emotionally I'm at breaking point and unfortunately, I'm not the only one.

Add to that the emotional and mental stress related to my change of nationality, not being able to see my parents (it's been 4 years now for my father and me), as well as the endless battles to get the right to participate in all Australian competitions.

It's a lot, and there are limits to what I can bear and accept as a woman, while competing with the world's best female athletes. If that makes me weak, then so be it, I'm weak.

However, I know I'm strong and I'll become even stronger by stepping away, recharging, refocusing and regaining strength. It's time I finally listen to my heart, my mind and my body.

The year 2025 is over for me, and like me, it's been far from easy... So I'm joining the 2025 withdrawal club...

But I'm fine, and I look forward to seeing you all in 2026, full of energy and ready to give it my all! With all my affection. Dasha.