Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina announced the end of her marriage with French former player Gaël Monfils, attributing the decision to the emotional toll of the war in Ukraine.
- Svitolina, ranked sixth in the world, shared in an Instagram post that the conflict deeply affected her inner self, making it difficult to continue within her marriage.
- She expressed gratitude towards Monfils for his understanding and respect during this challenging time, describing the separation as the hardest thing she has had to communicate to someone she loves.
- The four-time Grand Slam semi-finalist highlighted the personal struggles she faced, including sleepless nights and feelings of losing herself, emphasizing the profound impact of the war on her life.
- Svitolina, who grew up in Odesa, reaffirmed her strong connection to Ukraine and the emotional battles she continues to face internally.
