Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils

Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils met when she was young in Ukraine and became tennis’s favorite power couple.

Marriage Timeline

They dated for two years, married for five, had one daughter, and split after a year of marriage.

Svitolina's Instagram Message

Svitolina wrote, 'This is the most difficult thing I have ever had to share.'

“This is the most difficult thing I have ever had to share.”

Svitolina's Emotional Struggle

Svitolina described sleepless nights, doubts, and feeling 'slowly losing myself' during marriage.

“Today, I want to open up a little more. What you didn’t see were the sleepless nights, the doubts, and the feeling of slowly losing myself”

Monfils' Retirement Plans

Monfils announced he would retire after the 2026 season, but his separation from Svitolina may have influenced this decision.

Ukraine Conflict Impact

Svitolina has spoken about anxiety from Ukraine conflict while competing abroad and supporting Ukrainian refugees.

Svitolina's Foundation Work

Svitolina’s foundation raised over $1 million for young people affected by Ukraine conflict.

Svitolina's Tennis Success

Svitolina won the 2026 ASB Classic Women’s Singles title after Monfils won the men’s crown in 2025.

Svitolina's Next Steps

Svitolina will return to her first WTA finals since marriage and her first child.

Svitolina's Final Thoughts

Svitolina said, 'Skai will always come first. Our marriage is ending, but our family is not.'

“Skai will always come first. Our marriage is ending, but our family is not.”