Born in Odesa, Svitolina has become the first Ukrainian woman to reach Wimbledon semis and win the WTA Finals a symbol of pride and resilience
Balancing a career and motherhood, she returned to the top 20 in under a year post-maternity, inspiring with grace and grit
Her titles span WTA Finals victory (2018), 4 WTA1000 wins, and 8 clay-court championships, including her 2025 Rouen title
Svitolina has reached 13 major quarterfinals and fought through tough matches, like saving three match points at Roland Garros 2025
Undefeated on clay in 2025 until Madrid semis, she beat top players like Rybakina in dominant fashion
Known for her composure under pressure, she’s earned respect for fightbacks across Grand Slams, as seen at French Open and Wimbledon
Off court, she founded the Svitolina Foundation, supports young Ukrainian talents, and refuses handshakes with Russian/Belarusian players in solidarity
Married to Gaël Monfils, mom to daughter Skai — the couple share mutual career lows and highs, bonding over tennis and family balance