Gael Monfils makes emotional retirement remark as him and spouse win at Citi Open

Svitolina recreated her Wimbledon victory over Azarenka on Monday, however this time there have been no boos for the Belarusian when the pair didn’t shake arms after their match – as had been anticipated. The SW19 crowd have been appalled when Azarenka didn’t supply to shake Svitolina’s hand, however the DC crowd have been informed upfront to not count on a handshake.

Svitolina’s run at Wimbledon attracted loads of consideration, notably when husband Monfils was not in attendance, although she did joke that he requested for her to return mid-tournament.

“He wants me to come back because he’s really tired,” Svitolina joked after her win over Sofia Kenin within the third spherical.

“But it’s okay. He’s like ‘Okay, you’re playing well, so it’s okay’. So yeah, he’s enjoying [it]. He’s now home with two of our mums, as well. There is a big team taking care of Skai right now.”