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Raised as heroes since their exploits on the courts of the Australian Open before the round of 16, everything seems to be smiling on Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina. But what does their daily life look like when they are not on the Tennis courts?
Two historic matches. As the Australian Open began on January 12, the couple formed by Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina created a surprise, each in their category. Indeed, the two athletes qualified for the round of 16 of the Australian Grand Slam, each removing the number 4 seeds from their respective tables. A double feat that the couple celebrated together, Elina Svitolina even confiding that she was inspired by her husband and his victory before taking her turn on the court. Enough to pump up the adrenaline for the days to come before the duo returns to Switzerland, where they live, and their family life.
Because in addition to being two of the most watched athletes in the world during this competition, Gaël Monfils and his wife, originally from Ukraine, are also the parents of an adorable little girl named Skaï. Double hat then for athletes, who have learned to separate their different lives. At Parisian this Sunday, January 19, Elina Svitolina confided: “When we come home, we completely stop talking about tennis and become a family again, a mom and dad with our daughter.” A way to manage fame without missing out on beautiful moments of conviviality with family.
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Gaël Monfils’ dream: His family
Because for Gaël Monfils, family is sacred. Asked about his ambitions as a tennis player, the sportsman, his wife’s primary support, made no secret that winning a Grand Slam in Australia was not his first objective, his dream lying elsewhere. “Winning a Grand Slam is not my dream. My dream is to be old, have lots of children and be healthy. My dream is to have an incredible family. Tennis is cool, but my dream is there.” A tender declaration to his family which will remain engraved in the memories of those close to him.
Article written in collaboration with 6Medias.
