WATCH: Marta Kostyuk sobs during Ukrainian national anthem at the BJK Cup

The official Twitter account of Ukrainian Tennis, @ukrtennis_eng, shared a video of Marta Kostyuk, a Ukrainian tennis player, crying during the Ukrainian national anthem. The caption of the tweet read, “…And we too shall rule, brothers, in a free land of our own. Souls and bodies we’ll lay down, all for our freedom.”

The tweet quickly garnered attention, as fans and followers of Kostyuk and Ukrainian tennis expressed their support and admiration for the young player’s emotional display. Kostyuk, who is just 20 years old, has been making waves in the tennis world since she turned professional in 2017.

In the video that has been making rounds on the internet already, Kostyuk can be seen standing tall and proud, tears streaming down her face as she sings along to the Ukrainian national anthem. The lyrics of the anthem, which were included in the caption of the tweet, speak of the Ukrainian people’s struggle for freedom and independence. Kostyuk’s emotional display during the anthem was a powerful reminder of the importance of national identity and pride, especially in times of political turmoil.

Kostyuk‘s emotional display during the anthem is a testament to the power of sports to inspire and unite people, regardless of their background or beliefs. Her tears were a symbol of the deep love and respect she has for her country, and a reminder that sports can be much more than just a game.

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Fans rally around Marta Kostyuk’s emotional display during the Ukrainian national anthem

Marta Kostyuk‘s emotional display during the Ukrainian national anthem not only sparked a conversation about the role of sports in promoting national identity but also garnered support from fans and followers across the world. Many people took to social media to express their admiration for Kostyuk’s patriotism and emotional display.

One fan tweeted, “Stay strong, so many people are with you!” Another wrote, “Very intelligent and emotional person. A patriot. We support you. Poland hugs you with all its strength!” These comments were just a few examples of the outpouring of support that Kostyuk received after the video of her emotional display went viral.

Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans have to say:

The support that Kostyuk received is a testament to the power of sports in bringing people together and inspiring a sense of national unity and pride. Kostyuk’s emotional display during the anthem was not just an individual moment but a symbol of a much larger movement toward national identity and unity.

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