Dayana Yastremska, the Ukrainian tennis star, withdrew from the Livesport Prague Open at the last minute. The reason wasn’t injury or illness—it was due to a scheduled U.S. visa appointment that conflicted directly with the tournament.
Impact on the Tournament
As the No. 2 seed, Yastremska’s absence reshuffled the tournament lineup and opened opportunities for other contenders. Organizers had expected her to bring high energy following her semifinal finish in Hamburg. Her withdrawal leaves a gap in the top half of the draw.
Passport Troubles Earlier in the Year
This isn’t her first bureaucratic hiccup of the season. Earlier in the year, Yastremska faced complications when her passport was falsely reported as lost, causing delays in travel and administrative planning. The incident added stress to her tightly packed tour schedule.
Preparing for the American Hard Court Swing
While missing Prague might be disappointing for fans, the timing of her visa appointment suggests she’s preparing for a busy North American summer. With major stops in Montreal, Cincinnati, and the US Open on the horizon, securing her travel documents was an essential step.
Visa Logistics and Athlete Schedules
Professional tennis players often face unusual scheduling challenges. Navigating international visa appointments while juggling a packed tournament calendar can be a difficult balancing act. Yastremska’s situation highlights the behind-the-scenes complexities that come with life on tour.
Dayana Yastremska in 2025
Ranked world no.33, Dayana played her last match on the 19th of July when she was defeated by world no.44 Lois Boisson 6-1 7-6(5) in the semifinal in Hamburg (draw).
At the moment, during this season Yastremska has achieved a composed 28-16 win-loss record. Dayana Yastremska’s best performance of this year was reaching the final in Linz and Nottingham.
Yastremska has scheduled to play next in Montreal (Omnium Banque Nationale). She will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 28th of July.