Elina Svitolina announces divorce

Elina Svitolina announced the end of her marriage with fellow tennis player Gael Monfils on Monday.

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

War impact on mental health

Svitolina said the war in Ukraine affected her well-being, and Monfils supported her during her tennis break.

Divorce explanation

Svitolina stated their daughter Skai will always come first, and their family remains strong despite the marriage ending.

“Together, we built a beautiful life, and we were given the most precious gift of all: our daughter, Skai. Skai will always come first. Our marriage is ending, but our family is not. We will always be her parents, side by side, at every step of her life”