Tennis player Elina Svitolina announces she and husband Gaël Monfils have separated and their marriage is ending after about five years together. In public posts and statements, she describes the split as difficult and says she is focusing on rediscovering herself. Multiple outlets report that Svitolina also intends for the couple to co-parent their child.
Several reports attribute her decision to the emotional and psychological toll of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Svitolina discusses personal struggles including sleepless nights and self-doubt, linking those pressures to her ability to continue the relationship. Outlets also note that Monfils has stepped away from professional tennis, while Svitolina remains focused on her personal journey and life beyond the marriage. Despite the separation, sources agree that both parents express commitment to co-parenting their daughter.
