Russian-born Natela Dzalamidze changes nationality to Georgian to compete in Wimbledon
USA TodayMAR 28 2022
While it may seem harsh, banning these players is necessary to show Putin that the sports world stands against his repeated human rights violations and egregious attack on Ukraine. In normal times, these bans would run contrary to the principles of a free, global society, but these aren't normal times.
Asking these players to switch their nationalities, or worse, banning them outright from engaging in their profession, is punishing individuals who have no say in what their government does. These bans could also negatively affect the professional futures and global outlook of young Russians and their future relationship with the West.