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‘What the war has done to me inside’: Ukraine’s Svitolina announces separation from Monfils

The Guardian Sport Monday 19 October 2026, 10:24 UTC By Press Association 1 min read
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World No 6 opens up about toll of Russia’s ongoing warFrench star has retired from sport after glittering careerThe world No 6 Elina Svitolina has announced she has separated from her husband Gaël Monfils. In an emotional Instagram post, the 32-year-old Ukrainian opened up about the mental toll of Russia’s ongoing war against her country, describing sleepless nights and self-doubt.

  • World No 6 opens up about toll of Russia’s ongoing war

  • French star has retired from sport after glittering career

The world No 6 Elina Svitolina has announced she has separated from her husband Gaël Monfils.

In an emotional Instagram post, the 32-year-old Ukrainian opened up about the mental toll of Russia’s ongoing war against her country, describing sleepless nights and self-doubt.

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