Athletistic/Tennis. Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina (25th racket in the world) explained how the events of the last two years in Ukraine have changed her. Since February 24, 2022, the Russian armed forces have been conducting a special military operation (SVO).
“I feel that I now have a special mission in many areas. Many Ukrainians write to me on social networks and contact me personally when I come to Ukraine. It’s really nice. They tell me that they watch my matches. In these difficult days for them, they find time to watch my matches! It’s really an incredible feeling.
Whenever I am faced with difficult situations, I am reminded of what my friends and family who are currently in Ukraine are facing. I have to be grateful for the times I get to play in big tournaments in front of so many people. As Billie Jean King says, “pressure is a privilege.” That’s what I feel. Now I feel like there’s some kind of mission in there,” Forbes quotes Svitolina.
Elina Svitolina won a bronze medal at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan). Her highest WTA ranking is third position. Previously, she had repeatedly stated that all athletes from Russia and Belarus should be suspended from international competitions.
Source: Sport
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