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Elina Svitolina urges tennis to focus on Ukraine support, not issues from war

Svitolina is one of Ukraine’s highest-profile sports stars and has campaigned for more help for her country.

The Independent UK

‘Completely empty words’: Ukrainian tennis star says ‘rubbish’ talk offers no help to war-torn nation

Elina Svitolina started her French Open campaign with a win but wants more than “empty words” in support of Ukraine

The Independent UK

Tennis-Too much 'rubbish' being talked about Ukraine on tour, says Svitolina

Discussions about the war in Ukraine on the tennis circuit avoid the important issues and are just empty words that do not support people who are suffering, Ukrainian Elina Svitolina said on Monday.

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Ukraine tennis star addresses Wimbledon’s Russia decision as she makes comeback

Ukrainian star Elina Svitolina made her much-anticipated return to tennis after giving birth and has since offered her assessment on Wimbledon overturning their ban on Russians

Daily Mirror

Svitolina Criticizes ‘Useless’ WTA amid Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Ukrainian players do not get enough support from women's tennis governing body WTA amid Russia's invasion of their country, Elina Svitolina said on Tuesday. Svitolina, back on the tour at the Charleston Open after a maternity break, spoke to support fellow Ukrainian player Lesia Tsurenko, who said she withdrew from…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukrainian tennis star has lost “moral strength” as she slams chiefs over Russia stance

Tennis stars from Russian and Belarus have continued playing at the biggest tournaments - except Wimbledon - despite their countries being involved in the ongoing Ukraine war

Daily Mirror

Svitolina calls for Russians to be banned from Olympics

Ukrainian tennis player and Olympic bronze medalist Elina Svitolina has pushed for a total ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games in an interview with The Associated Press

The Independent UK

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Tennis star Elina Svitolina on a mission to lift Ukraine’s fallen spirits

Organisers of Wimbledon considered asking Russian and Belarusian players to denounce Vladimir Putin in order to play but instead opted for an outright ban

The Independent UK

Monfils Withdraws from French Open with Heel Injury

Gael Monfils withdrew from the French Open on Monday because of an injury to his right heel that will require minor surgery. Monfils, France's highest-ranked player at No.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Tennis stars Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils expecting baby girl in October

Svitolina said in March that she would be taking a break from the sport.

The Independent UK

Russian tennis chief brands Elina Svitolina a ‘nobody’ as he hits back at Ukrainian star

Ukrainian tennis star and World No. 20 Elina Svitolina has been a vocal opponent of Russia's military invasion of her homeland - and Russian sports official has criticised her

Daily Mirror

Svitolina: Russian, Belarusian Players Must Speak about War

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina wants Russian and Belarusian players to say whether they oppose the war in her nation. "For us, for Ukrainians, it’s very important that they speak out, that they choose which side they take. We want to know, we want to feel safe about that. Because…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Svitolina: Russian, Belorussian players must speak about war

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina wants Russian and Belarusian players to say whether they oppose the war in her nation

The Independent UK

Tennis-Ukraine's Svitolina says anti-war Russians, Belarusians should not face ban

Elina Svitolina said Russian and Belarusian players who denounce Moscow's invasion of her country Ukraine should be allowed to participate at Wimbledon.

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Evening Standard

Talking Point: Do you think Russian players should be banned from Wimbledon?

The decision to ban Russian and Belarusian tennis players from this year’s Wimbledon Championship has caused a furious backlash from those within the sport, with Martina Navratilova and Novak Djokovic among those criticising the move.

The Independent UK

Ukraine star Elina Svitolina says Russians who denounce Vladimir Putin should be allowed to play Wimbledon

Organisers of Wimbledon considered asking Russian and Belarusian players to denounce Vladimir Putin in order to play but instead opted for an outright ban

Evening Standard

Novak Djokovic leads backlash at Wimbledon ban on Russian players over Ukraine invasion

Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina says Russian and Belarusian players should only be allowed to compete at Wimbledon if they are prepared to denounce Vladimir Putin and the war in her country.

Daily Mirror

Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina takes break amid "unbearable pain" over Russia war

Female tennis star Elina Svitolina announced she would take a break from the WTA Tour in a statement via her social media following Russia's invasion of her home country Ukraine

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Emma Raducanu’s struggles continue with loss to Katerina Siniakova in Miami

US Open champion lost 3-6, 6-4, 7-5 at the Miami Open but Heather Watson brought British cheer with a resilient three-set win over Elina Svitolina

Evening Standard

Emma Raducanu beaten in three sets by Katerina Siniakova as British No 1 suffers agonising Miami Open exit

Emma Raducanu was unable to make the most of a strong start as she was edged out in the second-round by Katerina Siniakova at the Miami Open.

The Independent UK

Emma Raducanu suffers second-round defeat to Katerina Siniakova in Miami

The British number one ran out of steam but Heather Watson scored a big win over Elina Svitolina.

Daily Mirror

Gael Monfils shares heartache as wife Elina Svitolina ‘cried every night’ amid Ukraine war

Tennis veteran Gael Monfils has opened up about the support he's tried to offer wife and fellow pro Elina Svitolina as her native Ukraine has fallen under siege by Russian forces

The Independent UK

Harriet Dart into top 100 for first time after stellar run at Indian Wells

Dart followed up her victory over Elina Svitolina and will rise to at least 99 in the rankings

The Independent UK

Harriet Dart upsets Elina Svitolina to reach Indian Wells third round for first time

The victory also marked the British qualifier’s first win against a top 20 player

Sports Illustrated

Elina Svitolina Vows to Donate Prize Money to Ukrainian Army After First Round Victory at Monterrey Open

The promise came after the Ukrainian star handily beat Russia’s Anastasia Potapova in the first round.

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