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Ukrainian tennis sensation Elina Svitolina and her husband Gael Monfils have cherished the joys of parenthood since welcoming their daughter Skai into their lives. As devoted parents, they have admirably balanced family lives while continuing to excel in their professional tennis careers. Recently, in an intriguing interview, Elina revealed a heartwarming aspiration she holds for her daughter.

She spoke passionately about a precious quality she hopes Skai will inherit from her. This desire reflects Elina’s deeply rooted values and presents an inspiring tale of a mother’s hope for her child.

Elina Svitolina shares one trait she would want in her daughter

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In the wake of welcoming her daughter Skai into the world, Elina Svitolina faced the challenge of striking a harmonious balance between her family and her thriving tennis career. In a recent revelation, she discussed how she has successfully managed both aspects of her life. Admitting that parenthood brought new perspectives, she explained that time management became paramount.

By efficiently organizing her schedule and setting clear priorities, she has managed to be present for her daughter while staying dedicated to her training and tournaments.

“I think it’s the spirit I want her to I don’t know if she’s still gonna catch me playing at my highest level because she’s only nine months old now and I don’t know when I will stop but hopefully, you know I can play a couple of more years so she can watch she can see that I have this fighting spirit and I had it from a young age I always was fighting my heart out of out there and especially right now I think to be bold to be fearless and you know to fight for what you believe in I want her to have this these values,” says Svitolina in the interview.

Elina’s determination and discipline have been instrumental in demonstrating to her daughter the value of hard work and perseverance. But she never misses the opportunity to have fun with her daughter.

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Elina shares a funny incident involving her daughter Skai

Following her spectacular performance at Wimbledon, Elina Svitolina gained worldwide attention for her exceptional comeback to the WTA Tour. However, amid the glory and accolades, a humorous incident involving her daughter, Skai, stole the spotlight. After securing a victory in the quarter-finals of the prestigious tournament, Elina was greeted with countless congratulatory messages from fans and fellow athletes alike.

Amid the celebrations, Skai seemed utterly unfazed by her mother’s triumph. Rather than enjoying in the historic moment before her, she had her own priorities. All that mattered to Skai was the delightful, frozen treat that awaited her, a delicious ice cream.

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Elina later humorously recounted the incident in an interview, reflecting on how life as a professional athlete and a mother brings forth unique, heartwarming, and sometimes amusing moments. She cherished the fact that her daughter’s love for ice cream remained unaffected by her tennis accolades.

As Skai continues to grow and develop, her parents are determined to be strong role models in her life, showcasing not only their achievements, but also their unwavering passion and commitment to their respective careers.

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