Elina Avanesyan, a talented tennis player originally from Russia, has made a significant decision to change her citizenship and will now represent Armenia. Born in Pyatigorsk, Russia, to Armenian parents, Avanesyan has always felt a deep connection to her Armenian heritage. This change comes at an important time in her career, as she is currently ranked 58th in the world and has been performing exceptionally well on the WTA tour.

Avanesyan proudly announced her new citizenship, expressing her excitement to compete under the Armenian flag. She stated, “I am proud to share that I am officially a citizen of Armenia, and I am honored to be competing under my Armenian flag starting at the Cincinnati Open on Monday! Excited for this new chapter and to bring success to my ancestral homeland.”

This move is not only a personal milestone for Avanesyan but also a moment of pride for Armenia. She becomes the only Armenian athlete currently ranked in the WTA, bringing heightened visibility and honor to Armenian sports. Her decision to switch citizenship is influenced by her desire to honor her ancestral roots and bring success to her new home country.

Avanesyan’s journey is an inspiring example of how athletes can embrace their heritage and make impactful decisions that resonate both personally and professionally. As she prepares to make her debut representing Armenia at the Cincinnati Open, the tennis community and her fans eagerly anticipate her future successes on the court.

Elina Avanesyan in 2024

Ranked world no.58 (career-high), Elina played her last match on the 26^th of July when she had to retire when playing against world no.23 Mirra Andreeva in the final and the scoreline was 5-7 7-5 4-0 .

At present, during this year the Armenian has achieved a composed 22-16 match record. Elina Avanesyan’s latest run in Iasi was the best achievement of her season.