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Elina Svitolina announces end of marriage with Gael Monfils in emotional Instagram post

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Elina Svitolina has announced the end of her marriage with fellow tennis player Gael Monfils. In an Instagram post Monday, the Ukrainian described it as “the most difficult thing I have ever had to share.” She explained how the war in Ukraine affected her well-being and how Monfils supported her during her break from tennis. Svitolina emphasized that their daughter, Skai, will always come first. Monfils, who planned to retire at the end of the season, has now officially ended his career.

The former No. 6-ranked player was expected to retire at the Paris Masters.

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