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Elina Svitolina Ends Marriage
Elina Svitolina announces split from Gael Monfils days after Frenchman retires.
In brief
Elina Svitolina announces split from Gael Monfils days after Frenchman retires. Elina Svitolina ended her marriage to Gael Monfils after mutual decision, citing mental health impact of Ukraine war. Originally reported by Ubitennis.
Elina Svitolina
Elina Svitolina confirmed end of marriage to Gael Monfils in social media post.
Marriage Details
They married in July 2021 after brief engagement, have daughter Skai born October 2022.
Ukraine War Impact
Svitolina described mental health struggles from Ukraine war affecting her emotionally.
“Everyone knows how much Ukraine means to me”
Separation Statement
Svitolina said she needs to find herself outside marriage, ending on mutual terms.
“I came to understand that I need to find my way back to myself and that I cannot do that within our marriage”
Family Focus
Svitolina emphasized daughter Skai will always come first, family remains strong.
“Gaël has loved me through my greatest joys and my darkest moments”
Monfils Retirement
Monfils retired from tennis after Svitolina's announcement, listed as inactive by ITIA.
The takeaway
Elina Svitolina ended her marriage to Gael Monfils after mutual decision, citing mental health impact of Ukraine war.
