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Tennis Couple Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils Announce Separation

Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina and French player Gaël Monfils end their marriage after five years, citing the impact of the war in Ukraine.

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Announcement and Circumstances

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina and French player Gaël Monfils have announced they are separating after five years of marriage. Svitolina made the announcement in an Instagram post, citing the emotional toll of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

According to Svitolina, the war has taken a significant emotional and mental toll on her, leading her to believe that she needs to rediscover herself. Monfils, who was expected to retire after the 2026 season, has brought forward his retirement following the separation.

Family and Career

The couple, who have a four-year-old daughter named Skai, plan to prioritize their family over their marriage. Svitolina, ranked World No. 6, and Monfils, a former World No. 6, announced their separation on October 19, 2026.

Monfils, who was scheduled to play his final match at the Paris Masters in October, has seemingly brought forward his retirement. His absence from the tournament makes sense given the recent developments.

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