What began as a wild-card entry into the draw, with the couple teaming up in mixed doubles for the first time, turned into a memorable run at the US Open 2026 before ending in the semi-finals, made all the more special by the fact that it came in Monfils\u2019 final year of professional tennis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Svitolina credited the couple\u2019s understanding and support for helping them come through the contest against the World No.1 doubles players, Henry Patten and Kate\u0159ina Siniakov\u00e1, in their quarter-final victory. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe had lots of nice moments, and I think we understand each other and what we're going through during this moment after the win. So, yeah, it's amazing to have my husband next to me and supporting me. I think this is what got us through,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With Monfils in the final year of his professional career, Svitolina knows their run is about more than results. \u201cIt would be the most special year for Gael, as the last one, and of course, playing together. It's amazing, and yeah, just looking forward to more memories,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe had lots of nice moments, and I think we understand each other and what we're going through during this moment after the win. So, yeah, it's amazing to have my husband next to me and supporting me. I think this is what got us through,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The main draw of the US Open 2026 will be broadcast live on JioHotstar and Star Sports from Sunday (August 30) onwards. <\/p>\r\n\r\n