Elina Svitolina Wins Big with Husband Gael Monfils
Elina Svitolina and her husband Gael Monfils have achieved a rare feat in tennis, with both winning singles titles in the same tournament.
The Ukrainian tennis star won the 2026 ASB Classic women's singles title in Auckland, New Zealand.
The couple met in 2018 in Paris, after Monfils reached out to Svitolina to join him for drinks.
Svitolina had just won the 2018 WTA Finals in Singapore.
Monfils was impressed by Svitolina's strength and determination.
Monfils and Svitolina announced their engagement on Instagram on April 3, 2021, with a romantic photo in the mountains.
Svitolina showed off her three-stone emerald-cut engagement ring.
The couple got married on July 16, 2021, in a custom Off-White ceremony.
The couple welcomed their daughter Skaï on October 15, 2022.
Monfils praised Svitolina's strength and bravery after giving birth.
Svitolina returned to tennis shortly after, with Monfils supporting her every step of the way.
The couple's victory in the 2026 ASB Classic is a testament to their hard work and dedication.
As of 2026, they are one of the few married couples to hold singles titles in the same tournament.
Elina Svitolina's win at the 2026 ASB Classic is her third Italian Open title.
Gael Monfils won the 2025 Auckland men's singles crown.
The couple's daughter Skaï is a bundle of joy, bringing them closer together.
Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils are an inspiration to many, both on and off the court.
Their love and support for each other are evident in their interviews and public appearances.
The couple's future in tennis looks bright, with many more victories to come.