Elina Svitolina’s Love Affair With Wimbledon Ends, but U.S. Open Awaits
Svitolina, the Ukrainian star who captured hearts in London and beyond, lost to Marketa Vondrousova on Thursday but will play on through the summer.
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Elina Svitolina Aims for a Wimbledon Singles Final Against Jabeur or Sabalenka
Svitolina, the Ukrainian player who has captivated Wimbledon fans, beat No. 1 Iga Swiatek and will play Marketa Vondrousova in a semifinal match Thursday.
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Elina Svitolina Of Ukraine One Match Away From Wimbledon Final
Svitolina, a new mother who has said she is playing to give strength to her people back home in Ukraine, is one match away from an improbable and inspiring spot in the Wimbledon final.
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With War as a Backdrop, a Russian Fencing Drama Plays Out in the U.S.
The departure of Russian fencers who object to their country’s invasion of Ukraine has created a stir at home and left their sporting futures in question.