Elina Svitolina delighted to return to courts after months
The former World No.3's positive attitude and determination to improve her game after 13 months away from the court,.
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Elina Svitolina
After being away from the court for 13 months, Elina Svitolina made her long-awaited comeback at the Charleston Open. Although she fell short of victory, she displayed a promising performance that left her optimistic about the future.
Svitolina faced Yulia Putintseva in a grueling three-set match that lasted over three hours, with Putintseva ultimately emerging as the winner. However, Svitolina’s impressive display on the court demonstrated her determination to make a strong return to professional tennis.
In her post-match interview with Steve Weismann, Svitolina expressed her gratitude for the warm reception from the audience and the support they provided throughout the match. She said, “It was a really, really sweet atmosphere out there. It was so nice to see many people, and they were really cheering me on to push through some tough moments.”
Despite losing the match, Svitolina’s performance indicated that she has been training hard during her time away from tennis. She added, “I think I’m hitting the ball well. I just have to work more on my fitness. I think a few bits here and there are going to help me keep the focus more consistently, to be there in the moment. I think a few things here and there are going to make a difference for me.”
Svitolina’s positive outlook and determination to improve her game are signs of a bright future for the Ukrainian tennis player. Her return to the court after becoming a new mother is an inspiring example of resilience and dedication. It is clear that she is focused on achieving her goals and is willing to put in the hard work required to get there.
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Elina Svitolina joins charity pro-am through tennis plays for peace initiative to raise funds for Ukraine
Elina Svitolina has been making waves both on and off the court lately. After her impressive comeback match at the Charleston Open, she joined several other Hologic WTA Tour players, including fellow Ukrainian Anhelina Kalinina, in a charity pro-am event through the Tennis Plays for Peace initiative.
The event was held on Sunday in Charleston, and Svitolina was grateful for the opportunity to participate. In a post-event interview, she said, “I’m really thankful for this opportunity, that the tournament made all this effort, the players as well who were there. I’m sure these funds will go to help people of Ukraine. We really need … these funds for Ukrainian people these days.”
Svitolina’s participation in the event highlights her commitment to using her platform to make a positive impact on the world. The Tennis Plays for Peace initiative is a testament to the power of sports to bring people together and effect change in local communities. The funds raised from the event will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the lives of those in need in Ukraine. The funds raised from the event will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the lives of those in need in Ukraine.
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