In the midst of the intense action at the US Open, where tennis players showcase their skills and energy, a special moment recently stood out among all others. It’s a story of love and affection that happened between the married couple, Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils. The one half of the tennis power couple Elina Svitolina shared a heartfelt connection with her husband, Gael Monfils even though he was not even around.

This moment of affection came forward right before her fantastic win over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. Svitolina seems to be on a hot streak for a new mother, paving her way to the 3rd round at US Open, adding to her stellar performance at French Open and Wimbledon.

Elina Svitolina’s endearing mid-match question about husband Gael Monfils

Elina Svitolina, the unyielding force of women’s tennis, took center stage in a duel against Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. However, even in the heat of competition, Svitolina found a moment to demonstrate her affection for her husband, Gael Monfils. Her simple yet profound query peeled back the layers of competition, revealing the depths of Svitolina’s genuine concern for her partner’s match.

As Svitolina locked horns with Pavlyuchenkova in the fierce contest, she managed to win hearts with her sensitivity. In a brief yet impactful exchange, Svitolina turned to the referee and inquired with a gentle smile, “Ref, can you tell me if my husband is playing on the Grandstand?” This small exchange  – even in the midst of a high-octane encounter – showed the couple’s strong connection that goes beyond just playing tennis.

Elina Svitolina paves her way to R3 at US Open

The sixth encounter between Elina Svitolina, a former Top 10 player, and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, a former Grand Slam finalist, turned out to be their most dramatic showdown yet. During the Round 2 match of the 2023 US Open, Svitolina, seeded No. 26, showed her resilience as she bounced back from a set down. The battle intensified in the third set as Pavlyuchenkova made a furious attempt to turn the tide. However, Svitolina held her ground and emerged victorious with a hard-fought score of 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 within the confines of Louis Armstrong Stadium.

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This win was Svitolina’s 11th victory in a Grand Slam match this season. It allowed her to advance to the third round of the tournament. Her next challenge will be against either Jessica Pegula, the No. 3 seed, or Patricia Maria Tig. These players were set to compete later on Thursday in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

As the tournament keeps getting more exciting, the story of Svitolina and Monfils shows how feelings and the desire to win can go hand in hand.

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